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A trending video has sparked widespread reactions on social media after a woman alleged that a married man assaulted her in Abuja for rejecting his advances.
According to the woman, the incident occurred after the man approached her and asked if they could become friends. She claimed she politely declined his request, but the encounter quickly turned confrontational.
The video, which has circulated widely online, has drawn attention over allegations that the man became verbally abusive before allegedly attacking her in public.
Lady recounts alleged assault after rejecting friendship request
The woman said, “He said he want to know me to be friends. I said no I’m not interested.”
She further alleged, “Next thing he called me wicked, insulted and slapped me with the glasses on my face. And people were just looking”.
The incident reportedly left her feeling embarrassed, with the woman suggesting that bystanders did not intervene during the confrontation.
Video sparks debate on public safety and harassment
The clip has generated mixed reactions across social media platforms, with many users condemning the alleged assault and expressing concern over violence against women who reject unwanted advances.
Others also questioned why onlookers allegedly failed to assist the woman during the incident, while several commenters called for greater accountability in cases of public harassment.
As of the time of reporting, there has been no official statement confirming the circumstances surrounding the incident or indicating whether any complaint has been filed with the authorities. However, the viral video continues to fuel discussions about personal safety, consent and the need to address harassment in public spaces.
Watch the video below…
Trending Video: Aggressive Abuja married man assaults a lady for rejecting his advances.
“He said he want to know me to be friends. I said no I’m not interested. Next thing he called me wicked, insulted and slapped me with the glasses on my face. And people were just looking”. pic.twitter.com/qz918RxtjN
— Trending Explained (@TrendingEx) July 14, 2026