There was drama at the Area Court Centre in 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, where Abdulganiyu told the court that he no longer wished to remain in the marriage.
“I’m tired of the marriage, My Lord,” Abdulganiyu reportedly said. “We’ve had several misunderstandings, and I don’t see any reason to continue.”
In tears, Mulikat pleaded with the court to intervene, expressing her unwillingness to accept a divorce.
“My Lord, please help me talk to him,” she begged. “I have nowhere to go. I have given birth to six children for him, and I still want the marriage to work.”
Despite her emotional appeal, Abdulganiyu stood firm on his decision to proceed with the separation. Moments later, Mulikat, visibly heartbroken, walked out of the courtroom but suddenly slumped outside, causing panic among court officials and onlookers.
Sympathisers quickly rushed to her aid and revived her by pouring water on her face.
A court official, who spoke anonymously, confirmed the incident, saying, “She fainted immediately after the man confirmed he would not change his decision. People quickly gathered around her, and she was revived with water.”
Judge Toyin Aluko, while addressing the situation, advised Mulikat to make every effort to reconcile with her husband and resolve their differences peacefully.
The case was adjourned until December 10, 2025, for a report on reconciliation or continuation of the hearing.