- Kano Man Accuses Newlywed Wife of Stealing Phones Worth ₦65,000
- Maryam strongly denied the accusation
- Usman also filed a complaint against three women he identified as Maryam’s friends
A man, Usman Ali, has brought his newly married wife, Maryam, before a Sharia Court in the Jaba area of Kano State, accusing her of stealing three mobile phones valued at approximately ₦65,000.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that during the court proceedings, Maryam strongly denied the accusation. She told the court that she had fled from Abuja to Kano to escape persistent physical abuse allegedly inflicted by her husband.
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According to her testimony, she sought refuge at her parents’ home following repeated incidents of domestic violence.
In addition to the theft allegation, Usman also filed a complaint against three women he identified as Maryam’s friends. He claimed they had a negative influence on her and encouraged her to engage in inappropriate social outings.
Presiding over the case, Judge Ustaz Rabiu Yahaya granted Maryam bail and adjourned the matter until July 15 for further hearing.
