A woman named Mary Olohunwa has been hospitalized after allegedly being assaulted by her ex-husband, Keji Ademola, in Bako Estate, Owode Onirin, Lagos State.
According to a relative of Mary, the incident occurred on Thursday, January 25, when He confronted her on her way to her shop.
He allegedly beat her and struck her with a heavy stone.
The assault was reportedly triggered by his discovery of strange marks on their children’s heads.
When he inquired about them, she explained that she had made the marks as a means to protect the children from spiritual attacks.
In response, he allegedly unleashed a violent attack on Mary, hitting her with a stone, causing her to bleed profusely.
She was swiftly rushed to a nearby hospital, where she is currently receiving treatment.
The medical bill is estimated to be around N160,000.
His attempt to flee the scene was prevented by residents, who apprehended him.
He was subsequently handed over to the police and has remained in custody since then.
Mary’s sister expressed concern over the repeated acts of violence inflicted by Ademola, stating that this was the third time he had attempted to harm her sister.
Despite previous encounters with the authorities, he had been released without facing any consequences.
The police have assured the family that Ademola will be arraigned in court on January 29.
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