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My Prophetess Wife Told Me Two of Our Children Are Not Mine – Husband

A dramatic marital dispute has unfolded at the Grade A Customary Court sitting in Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, where a prophetess named Idowu has approached the court seeking the dissolution of her marriage to her husband, Aaron. The wife cited irresponsibility, neglect, domestic violence, and threats to her life as grounds for divorce. She told the court that their marriage lacked love and affection, accusing Aaron of regular physical abuse, marital rape, and threatening her life with a knife. But in a shocking counterclaim, the husband made a stunning revelation: he told the court that his wife once informed him during an argument that two of their four children are not his biological children.

In her testimony before the court president, Mrs S.M. Akintayo, Idowu painted a grim picture of her 13-year marriage. She stated that she walked out of the marriage when it became obvious her husband would one day make good his threat to kill her. “My husband is inhumane. He never showed me love nor showered affection on me. All he knew to do was to raise arguments, fight, and beat me,” she said. The prophetess further detailed harrowing experiences of abuse: “My husband was in the habit of drawing a knife at me whenever we fought and would threaten to kill me. He also used to have sex with me with force, thus humiliating me.” Idowu also accused Aaron of neglecting her and their four children, stating that he was insensitive to their needs and starved them on a daily basis. She also claimed her husband was indifferent to their children’s education. “I singlehandedly bore the responsibility of our children’s education. I funded their WASSCE and JAMB examination, which they passed in flying colours,” she told the court. “They have been given admission into the higher institution, but he has still refused to make any contributions towards the payment of their tuition fees. He has made zero contribution towards our children’s upkeep since I left home.” Fearing for her safety, Idowu stated that she moved out with their four children (two sets of twins). She is now seeking from the court full custody of their four children, a court order forcing Aaron to pay child upkeep, and a restraining order to protect her privacy and safety.

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Aaron, in his response, consented to the divorce but made a counter-demand: he wants custody of their first set of twins. He told the court that he was no longer interested in the union but refused to allow his wife to have custody of their older twins. It was during his testimony that Aaron dropped the bombshell. He claimed that his wife once told him during an argument that their second set of twins is not his biological children. He also accused Idowu of poor parenting, citing an incident where one of the younger twins was caught stealing at school, which he said brought shame to the family. “My wife has constantly denied access to our children and has poisoned their minds against me. I request that they pay me visits at weekends twice in a week,” Aaron told the court. Despite his paternity doubts, Aaron offered to pay ₦50,000 per month as a feeding allowance for the children.

After hearing both parties, the court president, Mrs S.M. Akintayo, adjourned the case until August 2, 2026, for judgment. The case highlights a growing trend in Nigerian customary courts where paternity disputes are increasingly becoming a central issue in divorce proceedings. As DNA testing becomes more accessible, more men are coming forward to challenge paternity, leading to the breakdown of marriages and complex custody battles.

The Ibadan case is far from isolated. Across Nigeria, paternity fraud has emerged as a significant social and legal crisis. According to a 2025 report by Smart DNA Nigeria, about 25 per cent of paternity tests return negative results, indicating that one in four tested men are not the biological fathers of the children they believe to be theirs. Industry estimates suggest that roughly 20 to 25 percent of tested cases result in the exclusion of the presumed father. However, experts note that this statistic does not represent the general population, but rather individuals who already have strong doubts or suspicions before seeking testing. The data also reveals a concerning pattern regarding firstborn children. Approximately 64 percent of tested firstborn males do not share biological ties with their presumed fathers, making firstborns particularly vulnerable to paternity fraud. The cost of DNA testing in Nigeria typically ranges from about eighty thousand naira to over five hundred thousand naira (₦80,000 – ₦500,000+), depending on whether the test is for personal confirmation, legal use, or immigration purposes. The growing affordability and accessibility of these services have contributed to a noticeable rise in demand, particularly among younger couples and families.

While paternity disputes dominate headlines, the Idowu and Aaron case also brings to light the pervasive issue of gender-based violence in Nigeria. In Akwa Ibom State alone, between January and May 2026, 161 cases of gender-based violence were recorded, including 61 cases of spousal battery, 46 cases of threats to life and physical assault, 18 cases of abandonment and forceful ejection from homes, and 26 rape cases. Since the enactment of the Violence Against Persons (VAPP) Law in Akwa Ibom State in June 2020, a total of 1,838 cases have been reported, with only 102 convictions secured while several remain pending at various courts. The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Uko Udom (SAN), noted that the spike in such cases “is proof that victims are gradually finding the courage to speak up and seek justice.”

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Despite the growing prevalence of paternity fraud, Nigerian law currently does not criminalize the act. According to legal scholars writing in the Nigerian Journal of Law and Contemporary Legal Issues, paternity fraud constitutes a growing but under-regulated challenge within Nigeria’s legal system, raising profound questions of justice, privacy, family integrity, identity rights, and state responsibility. Under Section 165 of the Evidence Act, there is a presumption of legitimacy: where a person was born during the continuance of a valid marriage between his mother and any man, the court shall presume that the person is the legitimate child of that man. This presumption can only be rebutted by evidence proving that the parties to the marriage did not have sexual relations with each other at the material time, or through DNA testing under the Child Rights Act. Key challenges identified by legal experts include constitutional barriers posed by section 37 of the 1999 Constitution against compulsory DNA testing (right to privacy), lack of civil remedies or criminal sanctions for fraudulent mothers, weak birth registration systems, and insufficient protection of a child’s right to identity. Legal experts have called for comprehensive reforms, including a Parentage and Paternity Act, constitutional amendment to permit court-ordered DNA testing, criminalization of deliberate misattribution, robust civil remedies, strengthened forensic infrastructure, and enhanced child-identity protections aligned with international best practices.

Behind the statistics and legal debates are real people carrying deep emotional scars. In February 2026, the Delta State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, narrated how a man discovered through his wife’s phone that all three children she gave birth to did not belong to him. Mental health professionals have warned that discovering one is not the biological father of a child is not a valid reason to emotionally or physically abandon that child, stressing that such actions could have devastating and long-lasting effects on the children involved.

As the Ibadan customary court prepares to deliver its judgment on August 2, the case serves as yet another reminder of the urgent need for legal reform. Scholars advocate for awareness campaigns, school initiatives, and group therapy to restore trust in families affected by paternity fraud. Until the law catches up with reality, men like Aaron will continue to face the painful question: are the children they love and provide for truly theirs? And women like Idowu will continue to seek protection from abusive marriages, even as their character is called into question. The court’s decision in this case will be closely watched, as it may set a precedent for how Nigerian customary courts balance the competing claims of paternity doubt, child custody, and domestic violence allegations.

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South African Woman Jailed 25 Years for Smuggling 5.75kg Heroin into Nigeria

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Will Jessica Ann

South African Woman Jailed 25 Years for Smuggling 5.75kg Heroin into Nigeria

A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced a 38-year-old South African woman, Will Jessica Ann, to 25 years in prison for importing 5.75 kilogrammes of heroin into Nigeria through the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

Justice Obiora Egwuatu handed down the sentence after Ann pleaded guilty to charges brought against her by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

The defendant was sentenced to 15 years on the first count and 25 years on the second count, with both terms ordered to run concurrently. This means she will serve a maximum of 25 years, rather than 40 years.

The case dates back to July 6, 2026, when NDLEA operatives intercepted Ann during the inward clearance of passengers arriving on Qatar Airways Flight QR1433 from Doha at the Abuja airport.

Ann was travelling with her three-year-old son when she was stopped by anti-narcotics officers.

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According to details presented in court, the NDLEA said Ann initially denied having any checked-in luggage. However, operatives reportedly established that two suitcases containing the illicit substance carried baggage tags corresponding with the claim tags attached to her passport.

The agency said the two suitcases contained 14 large blocks of heroin, weighing a total of 5.75kg.

Ann reportedly admitted ownership of the luggage and told investigators that she had travelled from Cambodia through Doha before arriving in Abuja.

During the proceedings, the prosecution also told the court that Ann had admitted to conspiring with Jan Coenraad De Jager, a South African man who remains at large.

She was subsequently arraigned on a two-count charge bordering on conspiracy and unlawful importation of heroin under the relevant provisions of the law.

Ann pleaded guilty to the charges in August, prompting the prosecution to present the facts of the case before the court proceeded to sentencing.

The court was told that the seized heroin had an estimated street value of about ₦103.5 million, based on an estimated value of approximately ₦18 million per kilogramme.

Ann pleaded for leniency, expressed remorse and promised not to engage in drug trafficking again. She also told the court that she did not know there were illicit drugs in the bags.

After considering the facts of the case, Justice Egwuatu sentenced her to 15 years on Count One and 25 years on Count Two, directing that the sentences run concurrently.

The court also ordered that the seized heroin should be destroyed if the convict does not appeal within the period prescribed by law.

The case is part of the NDLEA‘s efforts to intercept illicit drug consignments being brought into Nigeria through international airports and other entry points.

The seizure at Abuja airport, followed by the defendant’s guilty plea and conviction, has resulted in the 25-year custodial sentence imposed by the Federal High Court.

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Kaduna Troops Rescue Two-Year-Old Boy From Kidnappers, Search for Mother Continues

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A two-year-old boy is back with his family after troops rescued him from suspected kidnappers in Kaduna State.

Jafaru Baba was abducted with his mother from Ungwan Nungu village in Sanga Local Government Area. Troops later recovered the child after tracking the kidnappers to an area around Tayu Village.

The rescue followed intelligence received by security forces about the movement of the abductors and their victims.

According to security sources cited by security analyst Zagazola Makama, troops launched the operation at about 4pm on Wednesday, September 16.

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They searched Tayu High Grounds, Tayu Village and surrounding parts of Sanga LGA. The operation later brought the troops into contact with the suspected kidnappers.

A gunfight followed, forcing the abductors to retreat into the bush. In the process, they left the toddler behind.

The troops quickly secured Jafaru and later handed him over to his father.

Security sources said the troops fired 17 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition during the confrontation.

Meanwhile, the search has not ended. Security personnel are still combing the area for the child’s mother, who remains in the kidnappers’ custody.

They are also pursuing the suspects who fled after the encounter, as efforts continue to rescue the woman and bring those responsible for the abduction into custody.

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Niger Mosque Abductions: Terrorists Execute 30 of 500 Captive Muslim Worshippers

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Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu

Niger Mosque Abductions: Terrorists Execute 30 of 500 Captive Muslim Worshippers

MINNA, NIGERIA – The mass abduction of worshippers from mosques in Niger State has escalated dramatically, with armed terrorists reportedly executing some of the hundreds of captives seized during Friday prayers. The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, travelled to Niger State on Saturday to assess the security situation and ordered reinforced rescue operations.

The attacks occurred on Friday, 21 August 2026, at approximately 2pm. Police spokesperson Wasiu Abiodun confirmed that armed men simultaneously attacked mosques in four communities – Dekara, Kpenya, Sabon-Gida and Gidan-Zana – in the Borgu Local Government Area, while Muslims were observing Friday prayers. Witnesses described scenes of chaos. A Dekara resident, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the terrorists surrounded the mosque shortly after prayers began. “As soon as the imam said ‘Assalamualaikum’, the bandits surrounded the mosque and took people away.” Local residents estimate that more than 60 people were abducted from Dekara Central Mosque alone. In Gbezhin community, no fewer than 100 people remained unaccounted for as of Sunday evening. The terrorists later released a video claiming to hold approximately 500 captives, including women and children, with the sound of children crying audible in the footage.

On Saturday, the terrorists issued a warning to surrounding communities, ordering residents to vacate their homes within 30 minutes and threatening: “We will kill anyone we meet when we return.” Those threats appear to have been carried out. A Dekara resident told Daily Trust: “We received information that some of the abducted worshippers have been killed, but we do not know the exact number. Soldiers and vigilantes have moved to recover the bodies, but all routes accessible to security personnel have been planted with improvised explosive devices.” The Niger State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), through its chairman, Bishop Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, confirmed that approximately 30 worshippers who attempted to flee were shot dead by the gunmen. This figure corresponds with reporting by NPO Reports.

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The continuing violence and execution threats have triggered mass displacement. Resident Usman Musa told journalists that more than 200 residents from Gbezin had fled to neighbouring Benin Republic for safety. Another resident added that approximately 230 residents from Gidan-Zana and Sabon-Gida were taking refuge in Gawungi, inside Benin, while others had fled to Kwara State to stay with relatives.

Among those abducted are several prominent community figures. According to Ismaila Yahaya, the 90-year-old village head of Ka’ada was among those taken. He is the biological father of the District Head of Dekara and had only recently been released from a previous kidnapping. The violence in Borgu Emirate has not been confined to the mosque attacks. The Niger State Government confirmed that Alhaji Ahmed Yusuf, the village head of Galla, was killed by armed men at his residence. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago expressed condolences, describing the killing as evidence of the bandits’ “extreme arrogance”.

Amid the escalating crisis, Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu visited Niger State on Saturday, 29 August, meeting with Deputy Governor Yakubu Garba at the Government House in Minna. He conveyed his condolences to the families of the victims and pledged that “the safe rescue of the kidnapped victims and bringing the perpetrators to justice remains the focus of current operations”. Disu has ordered the deployment of elite reinforcements to Niger State, including counter-terrorism units, tactical squads and the police air wing. Assistant Inspector-General of Police Victor Olaiya of Zone 7 has been dispatched to coordinate rescue efforts. Addressing officers at the Niger State Police Command, the Inspector-General said: “Nigerians are watching to see the police do what is right. I am not here for ceremony, but to bring a strong message of support to officers and soldiers working under difficult conditions.”

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) described the attacks as “heinous and barbaric”, calling on the Federal Government to “move beyond sporadic rescue operations” and establish a permanent, intelligence-driven and community-centred security architecture. The Christian Association of Nigeria’s Niger State chapter urged the government to provide adequate security at places of worship nationwide, stressing that “an attack on any place of worship is an attack on the sanctity of worship and a threat to the wider community”. Amnesty International also urged Nigerian authorities to secure the safe release of the abducted worshippers, noting that at least 1,100 people were abducted in the country between January and April 2026, with the actual figure likely to be far higher.

As of press time, the Niger State Government said it had not received any contact or demands from the kidnappers. Information Commissioner Obed Nuhu, speaking in a television interview, said the attacks were suspected to have been carried out by Lakurawa and Boko Haram elements, though the exact number of victims remained unverified.

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