Between August 2024 and July 2025, Lagos State recorded a staggering 8,692 cases of domestic and sexual violence, with domestic abuse alone accounting for 3,685 incidents.
The revelation was made by the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro (SAN), during a media parley marking Domestic and Sexual Violence Awareness Month. Pedro, represented by the State Solicitor-General, Hameed Oyenuga, described the figures as “deeply troubling,” stressing that abuse cuts across all age groups.
“The youngest survivor was just 18 months old, while the oldest was 79,” Pedro disclosed.
During the year under review, Lagos secured over 140 convictions and issued six restraining orders as part of its zero-tolerance policy on sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).
Breakdown of reported cases:
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3,685 — Domestic violence
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243 — Defilement
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244 — Child abuse & physical assault
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99 — Rape
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48 — Sexual harassment
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25 — Sexual assault by penetration
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726 — Family-related disputes
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41 — Cyber harassment
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32 — Threats to life
Beyond prosecution, the state offered extensive support to victims. At least 3,090 children exposed to domestic violence received counselling, 146 survivors accessed free legal representation, and all victims of sexual assault received free medical care. In addition, 30 survivors were sheltered, while 1,487 survivors and 249 perpetrators underwent therapy.
Pedro further noted that 13 persons with disabilities received specialised assistance.
In terms of geographic spread, Alimosho, Eti-Osa, Ikorodu, Kosofe, and Oshodi-Isolo recorded the highest number of adult-related cases, while Ikorodu, Kosofe, Badagry, Alimosho, and Oshodi-Isolo led in child-related incidents.
This structure hooks the reader with the shocking stats upfront, then flows naturally into actions taken, support provided, and geographical impact.
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