Police Arrest Father-in-Law Accused of Harassing Widow Days After Husband’s Death

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency says it has contacted a 28-year-old widow who allegedly faced threats, assault and intimidation from her in-laws just eight days after her husband’s death. The woman reportedly lodged a complaint at the Owutu Police Division. Police have arrested her father-in-law, who is accused of locking her out of her late husband’s home, and investigations are ongoing. The agency says it is working with relevant authorities to protect the widow and her children and to ensure the case is handled in line with the law.

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