The woman, Ella Jeffery, seen in a viral video tearing her husband’s passport to pieces at the Lagos Airport, has been arrested by immigration authorities. The incident, which was captured on camera and quickly spread across social media, has sparked outrage and calls for legal action.
The video shows the woman engaged in a heated argument with her husband before forcefully taking his passport and ripping it apart. The footage has been widely shared, with many viewers expressing their disbelief and condemnation of her actions.
Responding to the public outcry, immigration officials swiftly apprehended the woman and transferred her to Abuja for further investigation. Authorities are treating the matter with the utmost seriousness, given the potential legal consequences of willfully destroying a valid travel document.
“We are currently investigating the incident and gathering all relevant information,” stated an immigration spokesperson. “Destroying a passport is a criminal offense, and we will ensure that appropriate legal measures are taken based on the outcome of our investigation.”
Details surrounding the motive behind the woman’s actions and the current state of her husband remain unclear at this time. However, sources close to the investigation have indicated that both individuals will be questioned to establish a clearer picture of the events leading up to the confrontation at the airport.