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  • Chacha Eke debunks domestic violence claims, says :’I am bipolar’

    Chacha Eke debunks domestic violence claims, says :’I am bipolar’

    Nollywood actress, Chacha Eke has debunked the claims that her marriage collapsed as a result of domestic violence.

    TheNewsGuru recalls that Eke had announced that her marriage to Austin Faani was over.

    In a video shared via her Instagram page late Wednesday, October 7, 2020, the movie star revealed that she is bipolar.

    ”Five days ago I made a video saying that my marriage to Austin Faani is over and that video came with a lot of backlash from people with many insinuating that it is a clear case of domestic violence,” she said.

    “It is not. Austin has never laid his hands on me. He has never even raised his voice at me and God in heaven knows that’s the truth.”

    Several psychiatrists have come to assess me mentally and I have been diagnosed with Bipolar disorder. Bipolar is real. I cannot tell you all how I have been feeling in these tiny videos I have been making, but I will however show you in motion pictures soon.”

    Eke’s statement is coming days after she released a video online where she astonishingly ended her 7-year-old marriage to Faani.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CGDeaydg3gT/

  • Trouble looms as Teddy A battles domestic violence accusation

     

    A certain social media user,
    Cutie Julls, has accused Big Brother Naija 2018 housemate, Teddy A, of domestic violence on wife, BamBam.

    Cutie in fresh allegation on Tuesday said that Teddy A hit BamBam a couple of times before their wedding in September.

    Beating was before wedding. And chances that it won’t come back after Bambam delivers her baby is only in God’s hands,” the blogger said.

    “@iamteddya, you know I don’t hate you. All I’m saying is refraining from beating Bambam should be priority on your New Year resolutions. That one na bad thing? See your fans here, especially the women using abusive languages on me just to encourage a fellow woman to keep mute and continue forming in an abusive relationship. Something most of them will not condone. Honey, tell them to stay off o. Because remember you beating Bambam is no lie. I am not saying she should leave you. All I am saying is please kindly stop beating her,” the blogger added in another post on Instagram.

    In his reaction an angry Teddy A denied the claim and also threatened to sue the lad

    Teddy A replied in the comment section, denying the allegation and also threatened to file legal suit for defamation.

    “I think most people understand you’re spreading lies in order to boost your little blog, you wanna grow I get it. It’s also obvious you’ve been paid to defame me,” he said.

    “Petty, irrelevant bloggers like you with no credibility will get what’s coming soon. I’d take this up legally but you’re a faceless nobody so it’s a waste of my time and I doubt you could even pay up if that lawsuit were to hit you. Keep my name and that of mine off your blog if you wanna continue running this little page.”

  • How my violent ex-boyfriend abused me- Justine Skye

    American singer and model ,Justine Syke has taken to her Instagram page to reveal the domestic abuse she suffered in the hands of her violent ex-boyfriend. She made the post in commemoration of Domestic Violence Awareness month.
    Skye who recently returned to social media after a hiatus said she was mentally and physically hurt by her ex-boyfriend.
     
    She said: “As DV Awareness month comes to an end.. the issue doesn’t just disappear. Recently I’ve had one of the scariest/heart breaking experiences in my life and it’s still hard for me to talk about.
    I felt stupid, angry, depressed.. blamed myself. Trying to figure out how someone who claimed they loved me so much could find such evil within themselves to hurt me mentally and physically.
    Learned a lot about the people I chose to call my “friends”.. and about myself. I was one of those people who would be like “No man would ever put their hands on me! .. blah blah blah..” We all think we know what we’d do until it’s happening to you.
    Now, I’m not looking for sympathy and never thought this would be part of the story I’d be telling of my self.. unfortunately it is, but I won’t let it be what defines me.
    I had to find the strength within myself and I’m hoping that through this video I can motivate whoever else is going through this or worse, to do the same.
    You are strong, you are loved and you deserve so much better.”
     
    https://www.instagram.com/p/BpQwfERnxB8/?taken-by=justineskye
     
     

  • I have been a victim of domestic violence- Anita Joseph cries out

    I have been a victim of domestic violence- Anita Joseph cries out

    While domestic violence is a global problem, it has literally taken residence in Africa with endless stories of pains and sorrow following it.

    In Nigeria particularly, the epidemic has assumed a disturbing dimension that even celebrities are not spared.

    Nigerian actress, Anita Joseph has revealed that she has been a victim of domestic. Anita who is a co-host on the Pink Room Show said whenever her ex hits her, he apologizes stating that he won’t do it again.

     

    “He hits me, buys me gifts, says sorry and because I loved him, I stayed. It went on and on and at some point I couldn’t take it anymore”, she declared.

     

    Anita who also doubles as a singer said her late mum also advised her to leave the relationship

    “My mum was alive then and she said to me, If you can’t cope just leave.Whenever he hits me he would apologize saying it won’t happen again and I am a very emotional person”.

     

    Anita Joseph has joined the growing list of celebrities like Monalisa Chinda, Mercy Aigbe and others who were once victims of domestic violence.

  • Domestic Violence: Lagos steps up fight, empowers police with it equipment

    The Lagos State Government has stepped up its fight against incidents of Domestic, Sexual Violence and Child Abuse with the equipping of all Family Support Units within the State Police Command with gadgets including phones, laptops and printers.

    Coordinator of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Response Team (DSVRT), Mrs Titilayo Vivour-Adeniyi, said the new development was in furtherance of the desire of the government to ensure that reports of incidents of Domestic, Sexual Violence and Child Abuse are met with timely and holistic response.

    According to her, the DSVRT, under the chairmanship of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Adeniji Kazeem, facilitated the equipping of the Police Command with the belief that the gadgets would go a long way to strengthen the medium through which the officers of these Units will be accessible to Survivors or Mandated Reporters of Domestic and Sexual Violence.

    She said the Team also partnered with the Commissioner of Police, Imohimi Edgal to design specific signage, which would be mounted on the front counter of all Police Divisions, as they are most usually the first point of call for survivors.

    “This will further serve to bring clarity on immediate protocol for case handling and reassurance for complainants who want to report incidents of Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence and Child Abuse,” Vivour-Adeniyi said.

    The DSVRT Coordinator said the phones would serve as dedicated lines through which residents can contact the officers of the nearest Family Support Units to make reports and follow up, and to ensure the sustainability of the matters instituted.

    She gave the official phone lines and areas for the Family Support Units to include Adeniji Adele: 0906-288-7864; Ajah: 0906-288-7849; Alakuko: 0906-288-7861; Badagry: 0906-288-7852; Festac: 0906-288-7841; Gender Desk, Police Command: 0906-288-7853 and Ikeja: 0906-288-7863.

    Others include Ikorodu (Igbogbo): 0906-288-7858; Ikotun: 0906-288-7870; Ilupeju: 0906-288-7848; Isokoko: 0906-288-7856 and Ketu: 0906-288-7860.

    Besides, Vivour-Adeniyi said the laptops and printers were provided to aid typing of court processes, official correspondence and to support the general administrative functions of the Units.

    “It is our earnest desire that the facilities made available will be put to utmost use, and Lagos State will continue to make immense progress in waging the war on acts of Sexual and Domestic Violence. We strongly believe these investments will further improve speed of prosecution of cases thereby restoring confidence for the populace that this menace is being tackled with all seriousness in Lagos State,” she said.

    On his part, the State Commissioner of Police (Edgal), restated the commitment of the Police in ensuring that all perpetrators of these vices are brought to book, just as he assured that the Command will continue to strive towards ensuring the safety and security of all citizens within the State.

  • Women not to be blamed for domestic violence- Uche Ogbodo

     

    Nollywood actress, Uche Ogbodo has countered Monalisa Chinda’s statement stating that women are not to be blamed for domestic violence.

     

    Recall that Monalisa had said in an interview that women are responsible for domestic violence, half of the time.

     

    She said: “As much as I detest all forms of violence against women and men, women should quit provoking their man by beating punches and slaps. I’m a domestic violence [enthusiast]. I always research when I hear fresh stories about domestic violence. Half the time, it is the women. God just gave us this running Okra mouth. Women, don’t fight with people who are stronger than you.”

     

    Countering Monalisa’s stance, Uche said: “I disagree with Monalisa. We all have our minds and how we understand certain things. You know they say women talk a lot but not all women talk… I don’t think she should capitalize on women being the cause of domestic violence because it is not true.Women who go through such pain just bottle it all up”.

     

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  • Speak up when you are being molested- Rukky Sanda

    Speak up when you are being molested- Rukky Sanda

    Nollywood actress, Rukky Sanda is one role interpreter whose swift rise continues to amaze movie lovers.

    The light skinned actress stated that women in abusive relationships should speak up or risk losing their lives.

    She revealed that speaking up against domestic violence will make then get heard and get justice.

    Hear her:”I think if you’re going through something you need to learn to speak up and when you see traces of someone being violent towards you just try to stop it in the beginning don’t let it get to an extent where the damage is being done.

    I think a lot of people feel like, oh if I talk this person will judge me’ but at the end of the day if you lose your life or if something terrible happens to you that can not be taken back that means you’re losing in a greater way.At the end of the day I think we just need God’s grace, be prayerful and if it’s not working, just go”.

  • ‘Society shames women when they talk about domestic violence’- Tonto Dikeh

    ‘Society shames women when they talk about domestic violence’- Tonto Dikeh

    It is no longer news that Tonto Dikeh’s marriage to Olakunle Churchill has hit the rocks. The controversial actress has however resorted to dedicating her time to creating awareness on domestic violence against women.

    Dikeh was one of the celebrities who recently marched against domestic violence alongside other notable Nigerians.

    At the march, Dikeh who was overwhelmed by emotions shed tears and angrily dropped the banner used for the march .

    Speaking on the subject of domestic violence, she said:”I think the one issue that actually births the high rate of domestic violence is the fact that we are not talking about it enough. It is the fact that the society is shaming us when we talk about it. So we rather not talk about it, we rather keep it on a hush hush until it is worse.

    “I am sure a lot of men now will be scared to beat their wives now because this awareness is no joke, there are heavyweights here. It is not about ridiculing men like I always say. It is to make us a better person. It is to make our homes better.

    ” Nobody is saying run out of your homes. I am not preaching divorce. I am preaching that you speak out. because your life matters. Your children’s lives matter and your husband’s life matters”

  • Shocking! Tonto Dikeh cries during domestic violence protest

    Shocking! Tonto Dikeh cries during domestic violence protest

    Embattled Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh stunned many on Friday 30th of June when she wept during a public walk against domestic violence. The initiative was organized by Queen Wuraola Ogunwusi and the purpose is to spread awareness about domestic violence and sexual molestation.

     

    Celebrities like Mercy Aigbe, Sola Sobowale, Foluke Daramola and others were also part of the campaign.

    The Zonal Police PRO, SP Dolapo Badmus, was also present during the walk.

    Queen Ogunwusi founded the 1in3Africa Campaign to spread awareness to end domestic violence and sexual abuse against women across the continent.

    Watch the video below

    https://www.instagram.com/p/BWATwy2BH8s/

  • Why domestic violence won’t stop – Omotola Jalade

    Stories of domestic violence are gradually becoming a common part of our society. Every week, there is always a story of a man that killed his wife or a woman that tried killing the husband. Even celebrities are not left out.

    Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Nollywood actress, who was among the 2013 Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world, has urged the government to place stiff penalties on perpetrators of domestic violence. The beautiful screen diva said domestic violence won’t stop until it becomes a punishable offense.

    “Domestic violence is a disease that needs to be cured and eradicated. This is not a disease that we don’t have a cure for. The cure is right there we just need to be bold enough to stand up and put legislation in place. Until it is a punishable offense, it probably won’t stop. It’s not enough for us to appeal to people’s senses. Because the people who do this, have no sense. But you have to put fear in them so they can know there are repercussions. Is it worth me going to jail for, Is it worth me losing my life for? Just because I am angry and I want to beat someone? Then you think twice next time” she opined