A prominent Lagos-based businessman is reportedly under investigation following allegations involving the possession of a used sanitary pad belonging to his longtime girlfriend, amid wider claims of intimidation, property fraud and theft.
According to sources familiar with the matter, the businessman, described as a major player in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, had allegedly maintained a relationship with the woman for more than seven years, during which he reportedly financed her luxury lifestyle and purchased a house for her in Lagos.
Trouble reportedly began earlier this year when the businessman visited the woman at her residence in the upscale Ikoyi area of Lagos while she was menstruating. Sources claimed that after his departure, the woman later discovered that a used sanitary pad she had disposed of in her bathroom waste bin had gone missing.
The woman reportedly contacted the businessman and asked him to return to the apartment. During a confrontation, she allegedly searched his bag and claimed to have discovered the used sanitary pad hidden inside one of his pockets.
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Shocked by the discovery, the woman allegedly suspected ritual motives and fled the residence out of fear for her safety.
Sources further alleged that following the incident, the businessman attempted to reclaim the property he had gifted her by fraudulently altering ownership documents. The woman also claimed that some individuals linked to the businessman unlawfully entered her apartment and removed valuables, including vehicles, cash and jewellery.
Among the items reportedly taken were a Range Rover, a 2024 Lexus RX350, $50,000, N10 million in cash and jewellery valued at over £20,000.
The woman further alleged that documents relating to the ownership of the property had been re-issued in the businessman’s name through fraudulent means, allegedly with the assistance of compromised officials.
She also accused associates of the businessman of threatening and harassing members of her family.
According to sources, the matter is currently being investigated by the Special Fraud Unit (SFU) of the Nigeria Police Force in Ikoyi, Lagos.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, was said to have directed a discreet investigation into the allegations after being briefed by the Commissioner of Police, Eloho Edwin Okpoziakpo overseeing the SFU.
Meanwhile, the woman has reportedly travelled abroad and engaged legal representatives to pursue the matter while expressing fears over her personal safety.
The identities of both parties have not been officially disclosed as investigations continue.
