A disturbing incident in Lagos has left a young spa worker battling for recovery after she was attacked with a corrosive substance during a work assignment.
The victim, identified as Olorunseunfunmi Awosogbon, popularly known as Ajoke, was reportedly on a home service call when the incident occurred in the Lakowe area of the state.
According to details from court filings, she had been sent to attend to a client who booked a massage session at a residential location near a hospital in the area.
Trouble began shortly after she arrived, when a man later identified in documents as Ziaulihak Zakari allegedly confronted her and poured a substance suspected to be acid on her.
The attack has been linked to a dispute involving her employer, raising suspicions that the assault may not have been random but connected to an ongoing disagreement.
She is currently receiving medical treatment for injuries sustained from the incident, though the full extent of the damage has not been publicly disclosed.
The case has since moved to court, where proceedings are expected to determine the circumstances behind the attack and the level of involvement of the suspect.
Authorities are also examining the relationship between the parties involved, as investigators work to establish motive and possible premeditation.
The incident has sparked concern over the safety of service workers, particularly those who travel alone for home appointments.
Observers say the case highlights the risks faced by individuals in informal service sectors, where security measures are often limited.
With the matter now before the court, attention is focused on ensuring justice for the victim and preventing similar attacks in the future.
The shocking nature of the assault has also reignited conversations about personal safety and accountability in cases involving violent disputes.