The Lagos State Government on Tuesday commenced moves to
charge the suspected kidnappers of the Oniba of Iba, Oba Goriola Oseni to court
for criminal conspiracy, kidnapping, murder and armed robbery.
The Government, in a statement issued by the Attorney
General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Adeniji Kazeem, said the four
suspects – Duba Furejo, Ododomo Isaiah, Reuben Anthony and Yerin Fresh would be
prosecuted in accordance with the relevant laws applicable to the alleged
crimes committed.
Kazeem, who has already issued legal advice for the
prosecution of the suspected kidnappers, said the suspects would be charged for
offences of conspiracy for kidnapping, kidnapping, and two counts charge of murder
and armed robbery.
He added that the charge would be filed expeditiously at the
High Court of the State to ensure prompt prosecution of the suspects.
It would be recalled that during the unfortunate and
dastardly crime, the security guard in the Palace and a commercial Bike rider
were killed, while the monarch was whisked away and kept in captivity for about
three weeks.
The sustained pressure and intelligence gathering from law
enforcement agencies, however, led to the rescue of the monarch, while the four
suspects were apprehended in the process.
Besides, the Commissioner said the administration of
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, as part of its commitment to make the State a safe
place to live and do business, will continue to support law enforcement
agencies in the investigation and apprehension of all criminals, especially
those involved in heinous crime of kidnapping, armed robbery and murder.
According to him, “Governor Ambode is committed to ensure
that Lagos State becomes a no-go area for criminals who target innocent
citizens for kidnapping and collection of ransom.
“My office will continually give the necessary support to
the Police in apprehension, investigation and prosecution of criminals in Lagos
State,” Kazeem said.
He, however, urged residents to promptly provide information
that could lead to the apprehension of criminals, assuring that government
would continue to work assiduously to ensure that criminals are brought to
justice.
He also said that the State Government is desirous to
prosecute to logical conclusion and promptly all criminal cases as well as
ensure that suspects are brought to justice swiftly.
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