A 37-year-old housewife, Linda Stephen, filed for divorce on Tuesday at a Kaduna Customary Court, citing her husband Felix Stephen's excessive sexual demands as the primary reason for her decision.
Residing in Ungwan Sunday, Kaduna, the petitioner accused her husband of physical abuse whenever she declined his sexual advances. In her petition, she revealed that she and her husband had been married for six years.
Mrs. Stephen expressed her desire for the court to terminate the marriage, stating that she could no longer endure his persistent sexual requests.
"I request the court to dissolve this marriage because I cannot tolerate his overwhelming sexual appetite. His desire for sex is excessive, and it is unbearable for me.
"Often, he would engage in sexual activity with me from midnight until the early morning hours. Even when I am in tears, he refuses to stop.
"It has been three months since I left his home, and while his relatives have been urging me to return, they are unaware of the struggles I face," she explained.
She also mentioned that her husband lacks self-control regarding his sexual needs and that he resorts to physical violence when she rejects his advances, even in front of their two children.
In his defense, Mr. Stephen stated that he was willing to manage his sexual urges. He expressed his love for his wife and pleaded with the court to assist in reconciling their relationship rather than granting her request for divorce.
"I brought my uncles and friends to her parents' house to appeal to her, but she refused to listen and walked away from us," he stated.
He further requested the court to allow him time to resolve the issues and reconcile with his wife.
After hearing both parties' testimonies, Court President John Dauda adjourned the case until May 6, 2025, for updates on the reconciliation efforts, while advising the couple to maintain peace during this period.
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