Ogun police arrest man in viral video for assault and threat to life of his wife

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested one Fatai Quadri following a viral video that captured him violently assaulting his wife, Rukayat Quadri, at their residence in Illese-Ijebu on the 15th of September, 2025. 

The suspect, who was seen inflicting fist blows on the victim, resulting in bodily harm, was promptly apprehended by operatives of the Igbeba Divisional Police Headquarters, Ijebu Ode.

According to the state police spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, preliminary investigation revealed that the ass@ult stemmed from a marital dispute arising from allegations of infidelity. She stated that 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.” she mentioned

Odutola added that the state Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, reiterated the Command’s zero tolerance for domestic violence and warns that anyone found culpable of such act will face the full wrath of the law.

Odutola concluded by appealing to members of the public, especially victims of domestic abuse, to promptly report all forms of v!olence or threats to the nearest police station for immediate action. Silence only empowers perpetrators, but timely reporting ensures protection and justice.

More video clip showing where the husband continues beåting the wife at Ilese area of Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, over allegations of infidèlity https://t.co/yiSUpzk8rX pic.twitter.com/nrmiOBvRgt

— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) September 20, 2025

Share on:  Whatsapp  Twitter  Facebook