“We take this seriously” – Lagos govt reacts after man admits to domestic violence on X

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has reacted to a viral post by a man on X, admitting that he battered his wife physically.

Suraj Oyewale with the handle (@sirjarus), admitted to domestic violence while narrating how his first wife refused his offer to get a second wife.

The post generated outrage on the micro-blogging platform and attracted the attention of the DSVA.

Adejoke Ladenegan-Oginni, Head Public Affairs Unit of the DSVA wrote:

“Our attention has been drawn to a tweet made by @SirJarus. As the Statutory Agency in Lagos State dedicated to preventing and responding to domestic and sexual violence, we take this very seriously.  

“Domestic violence in any form is unacceptable, and the Lagos State Government maintains a zero-tolerance stance against it.

“We have, as an Agency referred this to the Commissioner of Police (Gender Desk Department) to ensure that investigation commences.  

“We appreciate everyone who tagged us and brought this to our attention. We remain accessible 24/7 via our toll-free line at 08000-333-333.”