An Area Court in Centre-Igboro, Ilorin, has dissolved the eight-year Islamic marriage between Taibat Oniban and Alfa Kamaldeen, both residents of Okelele Area, following the couple’s agreement to part ways.

Presiding Judge Idris Etsu finalized the dissolution after the court bailiff confirmed the husband’s consent to end the marriage.

“The bailiff informed the court that he called the husband, who stated he was no longer interested in the marriage and agreed to grant custody of their child to the wife,” the judge said.

The court ordered the woman to observe a three-month iddah (waiting period) before remarrying, in accordance with Islamic tradition.

Taibat, who had filed for divorce citing a lack of love, affection, and care, also sought custody of their only child and maintenance fees of ₦20,000 monthly. However, the husband refused to provide child support, consenting instead to full custody being granted to the wife.

Judge Etsu dissolved the marriage and granted the wife custody of the child.