Cases of domestic violence in Nigeria have taken an upward swing in recent weeks, especially the physical aspect of it.

You and I know that never before in the history of Nigeria have we come under the kind of pressure we are experiencing now economically, socially and even psychologically.

Dr. Dre who has been dealing with his marriage crash and his health has been newly accused of domestic violence by his wife, Nicole Young in a new divorce filing. According to court papers seen by Daily Mail, Dre was accused of holding a gun to his wife’s head, punching her in the face, slamming…

A gambler in India who bet his wife and lost then threw acid on her because she resisted his attempts to send her back to his friends, who had been gang-raping her as part of the deal according to a report by Independent News. The incident took place in the northeastern state of Bihar and…

“Unfortunately, battering (and trafficking) have become part of us as we daily wake up to hear of them over the radio, watch them on the television and read them in the dailies and social media.” - Bala Kaigama Against the backdrop of the four-month coronavirus lockdown in Nigeria, an alarming increase in cases of violence…

A total of 241 women groups have sort a more robust and comprehensive law on domestic violence, decrying the state of domestic and sexual based violence in the state. The group made this demand known during a symbolic walk and consultative meeting with member of the House of Assembly, led by the speaker, Mudashiru Obas,…

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Embattled Nigerian rapper Sanni Goriola better known as Lil Frosh is finally speaking out days after he was accused of physically assaulting his ex-girlfriend Iyomaterie Okeoghene Taiwo better known as Gift Camille. News broke last week that the up and coming rapper was allegedly assaulting Camille. He was called out by Michael, the manager and…

Up-and-coming rapper Sanni Goriola professionally known as Lil Frosh has been given the boot by his label, Davido Music Worldwide after the rapper was accused of allegedly beating up his girlfriend. Frosh came under fire on Monday, October 5, 2020, after he was called out by Michael, the manager and brother of Frosh's embattled girlfriend,…

American rapper Silento, who is best known for his debut single "Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)" was arrested over the weekend for alleged domestic violence and assault with a deadly weapon in two separate incidents. The rapper, whose real name is Richard Lamar Hawk, was taken into custody on Friday by the police after a report…

Globally, there is an upsurge of domestic violence. And Nigeria is no exception. The country is currently witnessing a spate of this evil often resulting in grave injuries and, in some cases, death.

Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) of Lagos has called for implementation of legislations and policies that would curb the rising effects of domestic violence on the economy and societal development.