A clergyman, Enoch, has sought the dissolution of his three-year-old union with his wife, Omolabake, whom he stated was getting on his nerves.
Enoch explained that Omolabake was as gentle as a dove when they met, but that she suddenly changed a few years into their marriage.
Enoch said that Omolabake had no respect for him.
He stated that she was rude, often shouted at him, and also insulted him.
The plaintiff said that the defendant had made him a source of ridicule in their compound and neighbourhood.
He added that their marriage was not blessed with a child because his wife is infertile.
Enoch begged the court to end their relationship.
He again requested an order restraining her wife from threatening and encroaching on his privacy.
Omolabake refused to make an appearance in court, although she was served court summonses.
Enoch, in his testimony, said, “I am a pastor.
“I met my wife in 2019.
“We courted and later got married.
“We had a traditional wedding, and I paid N5, 000 as her bride price.
“We initially got on well in our marriage; our relationship was smooth, and our home was peaceful.
“My wife was as gentle as a dove and pleasant to be with.
“All these came to a stop in 2022 when she suddenly changed.
“My once loving wife became unfriendly and took to nagging all the time.
“She seemed never to be satisfied with all that I did and was in the habit of complaining.
“She likewise started disrespecting me and flouting my orders.
“My wife regularly insulted me in the presence of our neighbours and family members.
“She turned me into a source of ridicule.
“She was in the habit of shouting at me any time we had an argument.
“She has a caustic tongue and would also abuse me.
“I no longer have a worth in the eye of those around us.
“My lord, my wife has done enough harm to me.
“There is no more love between us.
“I pray that the court ends our relationship.
“I, in addition, request an order restraining my wife from threatening and encroaching on my privacy.”
The president of the court, Mrs S.M. Akintayo, adjourned the case.
She further ordered a fresh hearing notice to be issued and served on the defendant