She Was Already Married: Man Tells Court How He Spent Millions on Facebook Wife

A man identified as Badmus has approached the Grade A Customary Court sitting in Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, seeking the dissolution of his marriage to his wife, Shadia, whom he met on Facebook. He has accused her of being deceitful, diabolic, troublesome, and a threat to his life. Badmus, who resides in the United Kingdom, told the court that Shadia misrepresented herself at the start of their relationship, claiming to be a single parent with two children. He stated that he invested heavily in the relationship, only to discover that she was already married and that her marriage was still intact.

According to Badmus, he proceeded to marry Shadia in a traditional ceremony, paying N100,000 as her bride price. He claimed that she subsequently employed diabolic means to manipulate and siphon money from him. He took on the responsibility of caring for her two children, enrolling them in an expensive private school and covering all their fees. He further claimed to have established four different businesses for her, all of which she allegedly ruined due to her extravagant lifestyle, and also helped her complete the construction of her house.

READ ALSO:

• Mother of Henry Nowak’s Killer Jailed for Three Years for Removing Murder Weapon
• Dangote Refinery Raises $2.5bn, Eyes Africa’s Biggest IPO in August
• Justice Served: Two Men to Die by Hanging for Rape, Murder of Anambra Teenager

The plaintiff made a particularly startling allegation, stating that he spent N6,000,000 in an attempt to have a child with Shadia. He told the court that a medical report later revealed that a scissors had been forgotten inside her womb during a cesarean operation performed when she gave birth to her second child. This discovery was presented as part of his grievances regarding the marriage.

Badmus explained that their relationship began to sour after he refused Shadia’s request to accompany him back to the UK. He claims he had been upfront with her from the beginning that he already had a first wife residing there. The “cat was let out of the bag,” in his words, when he transferred money to Shadia and a man called him. The man, who identified himself as Shadia’s husband, questioned him about the transaction. This revelation confirmed his suspicions that Shadia had been dishonest about her marital status.

Following the discovery, Badmus alleged that Shadia took possession of documents for his property, insisting he share his assets with her. He also claimed she began threatening him, which took a severe toll on his health, leading to high blood pressure that requires medication. In his testimony, Badmus stated: “She has not ceased threatening me. I reported her at the police, she was cautioned but she refused to stop. Shadia’s misbehaviour has hampered my health. I am hypertensive and on drugs.” He has prayed the court to dissolve the union and is also seeking a restraining order against her.

Shadia was notably absent from the court proceedings despite being served with court summons. The court president, Mrs S.M. Akintayo, has adjourned the case for judgment.

She Was Already Married: Man Tells Court How He Spent Millions on Facebook Wife

Justice Served: Two Men to Die by Hanging for Rape, Murder of Anambra Teenager

Justice U.I. Ndigwe of the Anambra State High Court, Ogidi Division, has handed down a capital punishment verdict against Elochukwu Belonwu and Chukwuebuka Ofokwu, convicting them on three counts of conspiracy, rape, and murder in the brutal death of 17-year-old Jennifer Anene. In a judgment delivered on Friday in Suit No. HID/23C/2021, the presiding judge ruled that the prosecution had established the guilt of both defendants beyond every reasonable doubt. The court described the convicts’ actions as a violation that “desecrated societal values” and demanded full accountability under the law.

The tragic incident began on November 25, 2020, when Jennifer Anene, a 17-year-old girl described by the prosecution as being mentally impaired, was reported missing by her grandfather, Elder Pius Anene. Her disappearance triggered a desperate search by family members, which ultimately uncovered a horrifying crime. According to the prosecution, led by Principal State Counsel Florence Abadom-Igweike, the family’s worst fears were confirmed three days later when a crucial eyewitness came forward — the wife of the first defendant.

The prosecution told the court that the first defendant’s wife revealed she had personally witnessed her husband, Elochukwu Belonwu, along with other men, sexually assaulting the teenage girl while she screamed for help. This testimony became a central piece of the state’s case. However, when confronted by the victim’s family, Belonwu denied the allegations and attempted to deflect blame, claiming he had last seen the deceased in the company of the second defendant, Chukwuebuka Ofokwu.

READ ALSO:

• Messi says facing Lamine Yamal in World Cup final after iconic baby photo is ‘crazy’
• Man Uses Hot Pressing Iron on Daughter’s Private Part for Bedwetting
• I Spent N2.2m for Habila’s Strange Illness, Says Umahi

The prosecution further narrated that a mutual friend of the defendants, identified only as Akpuchukwu, later brought the unconscious teenager back to her home and immediately fled the scene. Despite intensive efforts, Akpuchukwu remains at large, and his whereabouts are still unknown to authorities. The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital on the instruction of the police, but medical personnel confirmed she was dead on arrival.

A postmortem examination conducted on the deceased revealed devastating injuries consistent with aggravated sexual assault, including multiple bruises and vaginal tears. These findings were tendered in court alongside the police investigation report and photographic evidence from the crime scene. The prosecution called two key witnesses: the victim’s grandfather and the investigating police officer. Both gave compelling testimony that helped establish the sequence of events. In a notable twist, the eyewitness — the first defendant’s wife — declined to testify in court despite being properly served with a court summons. Nevertheless, the prosecution argued that the remaining evidence was sufficient to secure a conviction.

The two defendants testified in their own defense, maintaining their innocence and denying all allegations of rape and murder. However, Justice Ndigwe was not persuaded by their claims. Delivering the final judgment, the judge held that the prosecution proved all three counts — conspiracy, rape, and murder — beyond a reasonable doubt. The court sentenced both men to death by hanging on all counts, sending a strong message against sexual violence and homicide in the state.

This ruling is one of several recent high-profile sexual assault cases in Anambra State, underscoring the judiciary’s growing resolve to impose severe penalties on perpetrators of gender-based violence. Legal observers have praised the judgment as a step toward justice for vulnerable victims, particularly those with mental impairments who are often at greater risk of exploitation. As of this report, the third suspect, Akpuchukwu, is still being sought by law enforcement agencies, and authorities have urged anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward.

Justice Served: Two Men to Die by Hanging for Rape, Murder of Anambra Teenager

Man Uses Hot Pressing Iron on Daughter’s Private Part for Bedwetting

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested one Amos Paul, a resident of Unaun, Upenme in Owo Local Government Area, for allegedly inflicting grievous bodily harm on his 10-year-old daughter. The suspect was arrested on Thursday, July 16, 2026, following a report filed with the police regarding the incident. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed that the suspect allegedly used a hot pressing iron to burn the private part of his daughter as punishment for bed-wetting. The victim sustained severe injuries and was immediately rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Owo, where she is currently receiving medical treatment. Jimoh stated that upon receipt of the information, detectives from ‘A’ Division, Owo swiftly mobilised to the scene, arrested the suspect without delay, and took him into custody. The case has been transferred to the Gender Unit for discreet investigation and further necessary action in line with established procedures.

The Ondo State Commissioner of Police, CP Felix Ohagwu, condemned the alleged act in the strongest terms, describing it as “cruel, inhumane and completely unacceptable”. He reiterated the command’s unwavering commitment to protecting children and other vulnerable members of society from all forms of abuse, violence and exploitation. The Commissioner urged members of the public to promptly report cases of child abuse, domestic violence and other related offences to the nearest police station, assuring that the command will continue to ensure that offenders are brought to justice.

READ ALSO:

• I Spent N2.2m for Habila’s Strange Illness, Says Umahi
• Falana threatens to sue FG over judges’ luxury housing scheme in Abuja
• NDLEA Freezes N9.8bn, Seizes Filling Station, Buildings, SUVs in Major Drug Bust

The Commissioner for Women Affairs in Ondo State was reportedly taking over the matter on behalf of the state government. This underscores the government’s commitment to addressing the rising cases of child abuse in the state. Nigeria’s Child Rights Act of 2003 prohibits corporal punishment and protects children from all forms of violence and degrading treatment. However, conflicting constitutional provisions and the partial adoption of the Child Rights Act by states applying Islamic law have impeded its full implementation. Under the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act, a parent who inflicts bodily harm on a child can be prosecuted, with conviction attracting up to 3 years imprisonment, a fine, or both. The Criminal Code also counts grievous bodily harm as an offence, irrespective of the offender’s relationship to the victim. Despite these legal protections, enforcement remains weak due to poor institutional capacity, limited awareness, and cultural acceptance of corporal punishment. The Nigerian government has pledged to end corporal punishment in schools as part of new global commitments to tackle violence against children.

Man Uses Hot Pressing Iron on Daughter’s Private Part for Bedwetting