Police operatives have arrested Fatai Quadri caught in a viral videos violently assaulting his wife, Rukayat Quadri, who accused him of gifting their 10-room en-suite apartment to his girlfriend at Illese-Ijebu area in Ogun State, South West.
Spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Command in Ogun State, CSP Omolola Odutola in a statement on Saturday said the suspect was over dispute arising from allegations of infidelity on 15th of September, 2025 by men of the Igbeba Divisional Police Headquarters, Ijebu Ode.
Preliminary investigation by the police authorities revealed that the assault stemmed from a marital dispute arising from allegations of infidelity, CSP Odutola said.
“Preliminary investigation further indicated that the suspect had transferred ownership of a 10-room en-suite apartment, jointly built with his wife, to another woman which provoked the violent attack.
“The victim is presently receiving medical treatment, while the suspect remains in custody and will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigation”, according to the police statement.
Responding, the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, stated that domestic violence has no place in Ogun State, warning that anyone found culpable of such act will face the full wrath of the law.
While advising members of the public, especially victims of domestic abuse, are advised to promptly report all forms of violence or threats to the nearest police station for immediate action, CP Ogunlowo emphasized that “silence only empowers perpetrators, but timely reporting ensures protection and justice”.
