There was a dramatic scene at the Area Court Centre, Igboro, Ilorin, Kwara State, on Wednesday when a woman identified as Mulikat Yusuf fainted after her husband, Ishaq Abdulganiyu, rejected her plea for reconciliation and insisted on ending their marriage.
The incident occurred during proceedings before Judge Toyin Aluko. Abdulganiyu told the court that he was no longer interested in remaining married, citing persistent misunderstandings.
“I’m tired of the marriage, My Lord. We’ve had several misunderstandings, and I don’t see any reason to continue,” he said.
In response, a tearful Mulikat begged the court to intervene. “My Lord, please help me talk to him. I have nowhere to go. I have given birth to six children for him, and I still want the marriage to work,” she pleaded.
Despite her appeals, Abdulganiyu stood by his decision to proceed with the separation. Moments later, Mulikat left the courtroom in tears but collapsed outside, prompting panic among court officials and onlookers.
Sympathisers rushed to assist her, reviving her by pouring water on her face. A court official who spoke anonymously confirmed that Mulikat regained consciousness after a few minutes and was later helped to a bench to rest.
“She fainted immediately after the man confirmed he would not change his decision. People quickly gathered around her, and she was revived with water,” the official said.
Presiding Judge Toyin Aluko advised the woman to make every effort to reconcile with her husband and resolve their differences amicably.
The case was adjourned until December 10, 2025, for a report on reconciliation or continuation of the hearing.
