Group Seeks Revocation Of Post-conviction Bail For Akwa Ibom Senator News
He insisted that even though Akpan was allegedly granted bail on the basis of ill-health, he has continued to engage in hectic and physically exacting political activities and sports thereby making the reason for his bail highly suspicious and questionable.
“Call on the Attorney General of the Federation and the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to commence in earnest the process of appealing against the decision releasing Senator Bassey forthwith in accordance with the avowed stance of the present government against corruption. Alozie added: “The development was lauded by fair-minded individuals in the society as it marked a quantum leap in the fight against corruption.
“Questionably, the court presided by Hon. Justice S. I. Mark granted Senator Bassey bail contrary to judicial decisions of superior courts against granting of bail in such circumstance. “The bail application was filed on the 16/12/2022 and ruling delivered on the 28/12/2022. Very uncommon! “The release of Senator Bassey from prison once again brings to the fore the two ambiguous legal systems we operate in Nigeria: one, which serves the rich, high and mighty, and the other, which disservices the poor.
“The premise for which Senator Bassey was granted bail was ill-health. After his release, one would have expected Senator Bassey to be resting or in the hospital.“He has been playing golf, attending political meetings, addressing supporters , and engaging in other functions.
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