By Lekan Lisoye
Pandemonium broke out in Lagos Community when a middle aged man, Adeolu Adekoya Ikhafia and his partner simply known as Wasiu Raji miraculously escaped death by whiskers following their engagement in same sex act in Agbado Ijaye area, Ifako- Ijaye local government area of Lagos State.
It was gathered that the duo who are unrepentant bisexual were caught by Raji's neighbor while undergoing their nefarious activities on the day meant to celebrate lovers worldwide.
Their action which sparked a volatile reaction among residents and the youths led to violent attack on Adekoya Ikhafia, while Raji fled from the scene
The incident, which happened on February 14, 2023 around 4:pm, reportedly led to agitations and protests from residents of the Agbado Ijaye community, a highly populated part of Lagos State and one of the ancient towns that accommodate people from all walks of life.
It was gathered that the commotion began when a neighbour caught Wasiu Raji having sex with his bi-sexual partner identified as Adekoya Adeolu Ikhafia at Raji's private residence.
According to eyewitnesses, emotions ran high as word spread rapidly throughout the community, triggering a swift and intense reaction from a segment of the population.
A mob quickly gathered outside the residence where the alleged incident occurred, chanting slogans and demanding justice. Amidst the uproar, the atmosphere grew increasingly charged with accusations and condemnations directed towards the individual involved.
Stones were hurled at windows, and attempts were made to forcibly enter the premises.
Our correspondent reliably gathered that the reported case has led the entire community to consider expelling individuals involved in the alleged act.
Speaking on condition of anonymity due to security concerns, some residents disclosed that this incident was not the first time such behaviour had been sensed in their community.
They cited previous instances where similar suspicions arose but lacked concrete proof.
The residents expressed relief that tangible evidence had emerged, noting that the discovery of what they perceive as compelling evidence has galvanised community members into considering drastic actions, including expulsion of those implicated in the alleged act.
One of the residents simply identified as Kabirat said, "I was so surprised when a friend broke out the news about Raji and Ikhafia .
“The act being displayed is not only barbaric but also sinful.”
Adeolu Adekoya Ikhafia's wife, Helen told our correspondent that her husband is traumatised and faced a lot of physical assault since the news broke out.
She lamented, “Even though, I hate the behaviour of my husband and what he was caught doing. The ill-treatment he has faced since the story broke out is really painful to me as his wife. Now, he needs more care and support than I could imagine.”
Several efforts to reach out to Adekoya Adeolu Ikhafia were not successful as he did not pick up his known number, and his whereabouts could not be ascertained.
A resident of Agbado Ijaye while speaking explained that the incident was the most terrible situation he has ever seen.
While urging Nigeria youths to desist from jungle justice and follow the Western world mode of conduct in handling situations, he added, “I have travelled out of the country and I have seen how people reason and behave, it is this exposure that made me believe that Nigeria had to reconsider its stand on same sex act.
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