On Tuesday, Kafilat AbdulLateef asked the Area Court in Centre-Igboro, Ilorin, Kwara State, to dissolve her one-year-old marriage to Bukoye Abdullateef. Residing in Offa Local Government Area, Kafilat explained to the court that she no longer wished to continue the marriage, citing a lack of love and care from her husband.
She requested custody of their only child and a monthly support payment of N50,000. Bukoye, however, expressed his desire to keep the marriage intact, saying he did not want a divorce.
Presiding Judge Toyin Aluko observed that it was “disturbing whenever young couples new in marriage seek divorce” and encouraged both parties to work toward tolerance and peaceful coexistence. The case was adjourned until January 14 for a settlement report.