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A 28-year-old widow, identified as Tosin, has accused her father-in-law of locking her and her two children out of their home just eight days after her husband’s death in Ikorodu, Lagos. She alleged that the action was part of attempts by her late husband’s family to take control of his property and leave her without shelter.
The incident reportedly attracted public attention after a video of the widow’s situation circulated online, prompting intervention from relevant authorities. The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency was said to have stepped in, while investigations continued into the allegations of intimidation and possible property-related abuse.
The case has renewed concerns about the treatment of widows in some communities, particularly issues involving forced eviction, inheritance disputes, and the protection of women and children after the death of a spouse. Advocates have continued to call for stronger enforcement of laws protecting widows from harassment and unlawful dispossession.
