A Lagos mother is demanding justice after her daughter, Adijat, a LASU graduate, was found dead with her body tied up in her boyfriend’s apartment. The boyfriend has since disappeared, fuelling fears of ritual activity.
- Adijat was discovered dead in her boyfriend’s Lagos apartment.
- Her mother had previously warned her against the relationship.
- The boyfriend fled immediately after the incident and remains missing.
- The family suspects ritual motives behind the death.
- Authorities are under pressure to locate the suspect and investigate fully.
This tragedy has struck a deep chord, reflecting fears many Nigerian families harbour about ritual-related killings. The mother’s grief is made heavier by her unheeded warnings — a heartbreaking reminder that concerns for loved ones are sometimes tragically justified. Beyond the headlines, it raises urgent questions about youth safety, relationship pressures, and trust.
As the search for justice continues, many are asking: How many more tragedies before stronger protections are put in place for young women?
