Police arrest man over alleged harassment of Lagos widow
The Lagos State Government has confirmed the arrest of a man accused of threatening and intimidating his daughter-in-law after her husband’s death in Ikorodu. The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency said it was alerted to the case on July 28, 2026. The widow, identified as Tosin, alleged she faced threats, assault, and was forced out of her home with her children. The police have taken the alleged perpetrator into custody as investigations continue.
What happened
- The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency was alerted to the widow’s case on July 28, 2026.
- Tosin reported threats to her life, physical assault, and intimidation after her husband’s death.
- The matter was reported to the Owutu Police Division, and the agency engaged with officers handling the case.
- The widow’s lawyers claim she was forced out of her home eight days after her husband’s death by her father-in-law, who allegedly tried to take over her late husband’s property.
- The Lagos State Government and the agency have pledged to protect Tosin and her children and ensure justice is served.
