DSVA of Lagos State responds to Influencer SirJarus’ admission of domestic violence

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Authority (DSVA) has responded to a tweet by popular influencer Suraj Oyewale, also known as SirJarus, where he admitted to assaulting his wife. DSVA, committed to preventing and addressing domestic and sexual violence, emphasized the seriousness of the situation.

SirJarus’s tweet, which was later deleted, sparked a backlash on social media, prompting DSVA to take action. The agency reiterated that any form of domestic violence is unacceptable and the Lagos State Government maintains a zero tolerance policy towards it.

In its official statement, DSVA said, “Our attention has been drawn to a tweet by @SirJarus. As the Statutory Authority in Lagos State dedicated to preventing and responding to domestic and sexual violence, we take this matter very seriously. Domestic violence in any form is unacceptable and the Lagos State Government maintains a zero tolerance stance towards it.“ .

The agency referred the matter to the Lagos State Police Command for further investigation, stressing its commitment to resolve such matters promptly and effectively.

Public reaction to SirJarus’s admission was mixed. Some social media users condemned his actions and called for legal consequences, while others criticized DSVA’s intervention and said the matter should be resolved privately.

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