A pastor, Akorede, has approached the Grade A Customary Court sitting in Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, seeking to end his relationship with Damilola, citing incessant quarrels, d0mestic vi0lence and thr3ats to his life.

Akorede told the court that his wife denied him peace of mind and made his life unbearable.

He alleged that Damilola was always confrontational and frequently engaged him in fights whenever disagreements arose.

According to the plaintiff, his wife often thr3atened him with a kn!fe during arguments.

He further alleged that on one occasion, Damilola brandished a cutl@ss at him inside their church in the presence of co-pastors and the entire congregation, causing him public emb@rrassment.

Akorede also accused his wife of being financially irresponsible and wasteful.

He stated that she was a glutton and that she consumed unusually large portions of food and regularly served herself the biggest pieces of meat during meals.

In addition to seeking the dissolution of the marriage, Akorede asked the court to grant him custody of their child, arguing that Damilola lacked the virtues required to raise the child.

He also requested an order restraining her from h@rassing, thr3atening or interfering with his private life.

Damilola denied all the allegations against her but agreed that the relationship should end.

She told the court she regretted marrying Akorede, explaining that she had believed he would be faithful and committed because he is a minister of God.

She further alleged that she was devastated after discovering that her husband had impregnated an 18-year-old member of his congregation.

The defendant opposed her husband’s request for custody and urged the court to grant custody to her instead.

She also appealed to the court to compel Akorede to take full responsibility for the child’s welfare, including feeding, education and healthcare.