LAGOS ENACTS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAW

In the last few months or years, we've read a million and one Domestic violence-related stories in the country, most especially in Lagos State. And you'll agree with me that the people who get the short end of the stick are mostly women and housemaids. Well, that hopefully will be a thing of the past now.

The Lagos State government has enacted a new Domestic Violence Law. The new law according to Deputy Governor, Hon Joke Orelope-Adefulire, will not only protect women but safeguard the interest of men, children, servants, and many more.

When there's a case of domestic violence.
1. Remove the abuser from the home pending when the abuse is corrected
2. Remove the complainant from the residence and put in a protective home
3. Provision of financial assistance by the state via the Office of the Public Defender/Legal Aid Council to victims of abuse who maybe financially unable to
seek redress in court.
4. The court can issue warrant of arrest and remand order






Source: Linda Ikeji