Ekiti Man Sentenced to Death for Murder of 24-Year-Old

On June 24, 2019, a 48-year-old man was convicted of murder and sentenced to death by hanging for his role in the death of a 24-year-old individual on June 9, 2019, at Ajebamidel Street, Otun Ekiti. The convict, whose identity is not specified in the article, was found guilty under Section 316 of the Criminal Code Law Cap C16 of Ekiti State 2012.

The prosecution, led by Kunle Shina Adeyemo, presented a case that included testimonies from seven witnesses, medical reports, photographs of the deceased, and other exhibits. The defense, represented by Adeyinka Opalek, did not call any witnesses.

Justice Babajid Aladejana presided over the case and determined that the prosecution proved its case beyond a reasonable doubt, concluding that the convict's reckless actions directly caused the victim's death.