According to the statement, the Executive Secretary, Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency, Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi assigned DSVA Field officers alongside officers of the police (Alausa Police Station) who were immediately dispatched to the home where the incident occurred
"After series of engagements with the disputing parties we were able to restore peace even as an undertaken was made to ensure the widow and her child were safe in their home.
It is pertinent to note that while customs and traditions are respected, we reiterate that the relevant laws in Lagos State must be upheld.
We use this medium to commend all the well meaning residents of Lagos who insisted that justice must prevail showing that ensuring the menace of Domestic Violence is a Collective responsibility" Vivour-Adeniyi said
Vivour reassured residents of Lagos State that Governor Sanwo- Olu’s administration is? committed to a Lagos that is free from all forms of Domestic and Sexual Violence.
''We encourage anyone experiencing domestic or sexual violence to reach out on our toll free line- 08000-333-333, we are accessible any day, any time'' Vivour- Adeniyi said
