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By John Ogunsemore
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) said a recent domestic violence incident in which an alleged victim lost a finger has since been charged to court.
The agency gave an update on the incident, which occurred in the FESTAC area of the state, in an X post on Thursday.
The post reads, “The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) is aware of a widely circulated video on social media involving a survivor of alleged Domestic Violence identified as @anniesglowlagos on TikTok.
“Following the report, the Agency promptly established contact with the survivor and ensured that the case was formally reported to the appropriate authorities. Preliminary findings confirm that the incident, which occurred on Saturday, 21 March 2026, was reported at the FESTAC Police Station Tactical Squad and is currently being handled by the Family Support Unit (FSU), FESTAC Police Station.”
The post quoted the survivor as alleging that her estranged partner physically assaulted her, resulting in severe injuries, including the loss of a finger.
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The agency said the alleged perpetrator was apprehended and the matter was diligently investigated by law enforcement authorities.
“On 25th March 2026, the case was charged to court at Court 6, MBA Ajegunle.
“The accused has since been remanded at Kirikiri Maximum Security Custodial Centre pending further proceedings.
“Bail was granted in the sum of ₦200,000 with two sureties, and the next court hearing has been scheduled for 29th April 2026.
“The survivor has also been referred for psychosocial support to aid her recovery and well-being.
“The Lagos State Government maintains zero tolerance for all forms of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence and urges members of the public to speak up and report incidents,” the post further reads.
