A dramatic twist has taken social media by storm after a young woman reportedly filed for divorce from her husband just one week after their highly celebrated wedding ceremony. The shocking development has stirred heated conversations online, with many weighing in on the circumstances that led to the swift end of the union.
The story was shared by Kunle, a user on X (formerly Twitter), who narrated how his close friend took the bold step of ending her marriage barely days after it began. While Kunle refrained from sharing specific personal details about his friend, he disclosed the heartbreaking reason behind the decision.

According to his account, the woman was compelled to file for divorce after her husband allegedly slapped her just two days after their wedding. This shocking incident of domestic violence not only left her devastated but also made her reconsider her future in the marriage. Kunle revealed that the woman’s father, upon learning about the assault, ensured that the husband was arrested immediately, showing zero tolerance for abuse against his daughter.
In his tweet, Kunle wrote: “My friend filed for a divorce a week after her wedding because her husband slapped her 2 days after said wedding. Her dad arrested him as well.” The revelation has since gone viral, sparking debates about domestic violence, the importance of early red flags in relationships, and the courage it takes to walk away from toxic unions without hesitation.
Check out some of the strong reactions that have followed online below…
Catherine remarked, “Na the father action I like pass, if you no fit slap your fellow man as you dey vex, no try am for woman body. Parents should always stand up like this for their daughters.”
Valerie Njoku asserted, “That’s how it’s ought to be. Leave on time without looking back. A broken marriage is better than a broken life.”
Ibrahim Haruna stated, “She save her life by leaving the marriage, Her parent really love their daughter. After all she married a monster. Gen Z, this message is for you, you see that courtship you spend 10 years dating a guy without settling 😂. I swear to GOD you will never know his intentions until you marry him. Only marriage bring out the true color of partners.”
Magaret Akpan stated, “I love this energy. My kind of woman. Here we don’t give room for nonsense. Better to walk away early than stay and regret later.”
The incident has not only highlighted the dangers of staying silent in abusive marriages but has also encouraged more women to speak up and leave at the first sign of abuse. Many netizens praised the young woman’s bravery and her father’s swift action in ensuring accountability.
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