Queen Naomi and Oriyomi Hamzat are being remanded at the Agodi Correctional Centre, Ibadan
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On Tuesday, the Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan ordered the remand of the defendants at the Agodi Correctional Centre, citing lack of jurisdiction to hear the charges. Chief Magistrate Olabisi Ogunkanmi did not take their pleas but directed that the case be transferred to the appropriate court.
The Oyo State Police Command confirmed the arrest of eight suspects, including the defendants, following the incident. Other suspects include Fasasi Abdulahi , Genesis Christopher , Tanimowo Moruf , Anisolaja Olabode , Idowu Ibrahim , and Abiola Oluwatimilehin . At Premium Times, we firmly believe in the importance of high-quality journalism. Recognizing that not everyone can afford costly news subscriptions, we are dedicated to delivering meticulously researched, fact-checked news that remains freely accessible to all.
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