A 16-year-old girl, Favour Olabisi, was allegedly beaten to death by her father, Olabisi Adejiji, reported at No . 32, Ajah Lagos state Nigeria, following allegations that she had engaged in a same-sex sexual act with Mrs. Veronica Obianuju.
The incident, which reportedly occurred on January, 2020 has raised concerns over violence against children and the treatment of young people accused of engaging in same-sex relationships or sexual activities.
According to the verified account, Favour’s father subjected her to physical beating after learning of the alleged same-sex sexual act involving Mrs. Veronica Obianuju. The beating reportedly resulted in the teenager’s death.
Favour was 16 years old at the time of her death.
The incident also highlights the distinction between sexual orientation and sexual conduct. An allegation that a person engaged in a same-sex sexual act does not, on its own, establish that person’s sexual orientation. Where the individuals involved have identified their sexual orientation, that information may be reported as part of the circumstances surrounding the case.
The death of Favour Olabisi raises broader concerns about child protection, domestic violence, and the use of physical punishment against minors. Regardless of the circumstances or allegations concerning a child’s conduct or sexual orientation, violence should not be used as a means of punishment.
The case underscores the need for allegations involving minors to be addressed through appropriate legal, protective, and safeguarding mechanisms rather than through physical violence.
