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Akure sex workers mourn colleague’s death, demand better protection

Sex workers in Akure, the Ondo State capital, are mourning the tragic death of one of their colleagues following a violent encounter with a male client.


The incident, which occurred at a brothel in the Cathedral area, has sparked calls for improved safety measures and access to healthcare for those in the industry.

According to eyewitnesses, the deceased was hired by a male client for an overnight session after he paid ₦15,000. However, by the following morning, the man reportedly became aggressive when his expectations were not met.

A close friend of the deceased, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, revealed that the victim had not been feeling well that night but still agreed to the client’s request.

"She was unwell but didn’t want to lose the money,” the friend told The Hope. “After he paid, he became violent when he wasn’t satisfied. Others intervened and tried to calm him down.”

The client later returned to the brothel demanding a refund, but by then, the woman was too weak to respond, and no one could access her phone due to a locked screen.

"We asked him to return later, hoping she would regain strength, but when he came back, the situation worsened. That was when we called the police,” she added.

The case has underscored the ongoing vulnerability of sex workers in Akure, many of whom operate without basic health insurance or formal protection.

“If she had health insurance, she could have gone to a hospital when she started feeling sick,” her friend lamented. “We live with constant health and safety risks, and no one seems to care.”

Another sex worker expressed emotional distress over the nature of the job and urged the government to intervene.

“This job is physically and emotionally draining. We need policies that protect us and channels to report abusive clients before it’s too late,” she said.

“That man clearly wanted more than what was agreed. Only used condoms were found in the room. If there were proper regulations, she might still be alive.”

The women are now urging both the government and brothel operators to implement safety protocols and provide access to healthcare and support systems.

One of the sex workers, Patricia Uwonkolo, highlighted the health challenges they face and the limited resources available.

“We have no choice but to protect ourselves. Nobody else will do it for us,” she said. “Some of us have formed support networks to manage drug use.

We don’t want to become addicts, but we use certain herbs or drugs to stay functional.”

She added that some charitable organizations have stepped in to offer basic medical support, including medications for treatment and recovery.

When approached for comment, the brothel owner declined to speak on the incident. “I’m not in the mood to say anything, please. If you want information, go to the police,” she said.

The Ondo State Police Command confirmed the incident, with spokesperson DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola stating that investigations are ongoing.

“The suspect allegedly mobilized some of his peers to forcibly retrieve the ₦15,000 from the woman. Our officers arrested three of his accomplices alongside him, while others fled. The matter is under investigation,” Olushola confirmed.

https://promptnewsonline.com/akure-sex-workers-mourn-colleagues-death-demand-better-protection

Na u choose ashy work, so u protect urself with anything available. 🌶️ Spray

End time being, ashawo no be work! Bcus we gat bad and weak systems, u gurlz supposed to dey jail

..Well, not bad for them to demand for protection as long as bandits are protected, bokoharam are protected after granting amnesty irrespective whether they are going back or not., corrupt politicians that openly loot the country dry are protected

This is the oldest profession/occupation in the world.

They are rendering very useful services to the public

Many civilized countries has legalized it while some aren't.

It's a consent between two adults,

If they decide to close shop,the repercussions will be severe

muyico:
End time being, ashawo no be work! Bcus we gat bad and weak systems, u gurlz supposed to dey jail

In jail for what?

When did having sex and asking the person you had it with give you a token? Hell, a lot of women do it, just that some accepted the .ame and the rest try to act holy.

You either prostitute your brains (where you go to school learn skills and work for money) or your body. Nothing illegal here if you ask me.

This is serious ooooo,I pity d people patronizing ds people

Olosho is not Legalized neither is it banned in Nigeria.

Any girl wey sey olosho na her work, OYO na your own.

COMRADES, anytime I see these 'sèx-workers, i dey always pity them, some are into the profession as result of, broken home/ marriage, the only means of survival, or heartbreak
Anyway, rest in peace to her, as long as she was a human being

One of the sex workers, Patricia Uwonkolo was interviewed

Even though hotel sexism is legal in a registered hotel, but does not worth doing.

Even though hotel sexism is legal in a registered hotel, but does not worth doing.
Sex machine no be work and only meant for machines

Before one broke guy comes to preach virtue,you guys don't know the importance of sex work and the value it has imparted.

Most men will die virgins if not for them. Except in rare cases of love,what will let a woman allow a man very ugly with bad breath sleep with her if he isn't paying?

In every occupation, there is a risk but we must manage it. As in this type of work now , what I can say is who sent you go there? When you.cant protect yourself

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Mynd44:
In jail for what?

When did having sex and asking the person you had it with give you a token? Hell, a lot of women do it, just that some accepted the .ame and the rest try to act holy.

You either prostitute your brains (where you go to school learn skills and work for money) or your body. Nothing illegal here if you ask me.

Prostitute your brain?!!

Seun com and carry your mod o

Better protection from who jare. You are endangering your life by engaging in illicit trade and you are still complaining.

It is well…

How will her corpse be sent home?

What cause of death will her parents be told?

Nature of her job?

Can you imagine Ashawo is demanding for health care coverage for their hazardous work? Who pays for the health care coverage? From what account? Do they pay taxes on their wages??

And asking for protection?? The only protection the state can provide you people is to be locked up in police cells and appear in courts. Prostitution is still illegal in Nigeria. This is like yahoo boys asking for protection from FBI.

Going back to this matter, that ashawo committed a breach of contract. Since she is sick, she was not supposed to enter into a "till day break" contract, collect 15k and failed to provide her services as promised.

The case has underscored the ongoing vulnerability of sex workers in Akure,

Child of doom see waitin your colleague don do

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Even normal workers no get health insurance ashawo dey find health insurance for contributing knacking or what.

I thought prostitution is illegal in Nigeria. Make olopa go arrest dem cox they're engaging in illegal activity.

Rip to dead. Work hazard

"she was feeling unwell but didn't want to lose the money..." So how is the government going to protect a person who did not deem it fit to take her health as a priority? Is the govt to buy her sense? U had health issues and still went ahead to engage in sexual act and probably that guy was not the only one for that day. Pity.

dollytino4real:
Na u choose ashy work, so u protect urself with anything available. 🌶️ Spray

I think say their waist bead na for protection?


Make dem wear like 10 of it for more and better protection.

I wish we were all equal. Life is really unfair. May God have mercy on us.

Asewo nor good, but they satisfy a need.
Protect them to serve the need better.

silibaba:
I think say their waist bead na for protection?


Make dem wear like 10 of it for more and better protection.

the waist bead na for kayamata not for protection. Na do as i ask shikina

Kingzjayzee:
Akure sex workers mourn colleague’s death, demand better protection




https://promptnewsonline.com/akure-sex-workers-mourn-colleagues-death-demand-better-protection

Who go give oscro health insurance

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No be only those in the industry, na those in the ministry 😆
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