With the alarming rate of domestic violence among spouses, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of the Owode Egba Division has arrested Sholola Kazeem, the husband of Mutiat, for allegedly pouring hot oil on and stabbing her in the head.
The attack occurred on Saturday at Ring Road, Owode Egba, of Ogun State during a heated disagreement between both spouse.
At around 12:30 pm a member of the community reported the matter to the police for quick intervention.
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It was gathered that Mrs. Mutiat, the victim, was rushed to Ore Ofé Hospital for medical care while police secured the crime scene for evidence collection.
The police spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, confirmed that the accused has been arrested and acknowledged that the investigation is ongoing.
“The Divisional Police Officer in Owode Egba Division promptly intervened in a case of gender-based violence and assault against a housewife, leading to the arrest of her husband for inflicting various injuries on her.”
Odutola stated that the matter will be treated as soon as possible, as further details will be disclosed soon.