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iShare PageLikeFan PageHidePrivacy InfoThe Punch - Nigeria's Most Widely Read Newspaper Breaking News, information and opinion in Nigeria 21st September, 2012 HomeCountdown to Ondo gov pollAM BusinessNews»AfricaBusiness»Capital MarketIndustryBusiness & EconomyInternational BusinessSportsOpinion»LettersMetroEntertainment»Arts & LifeE-PunchEducationJobsForumYou are here: Home / News / Lagos CJ frees 233 Kirikiri prisons inmates Lagos CJ frees 233 Kirikiri prisons inmates September 19, 2012 by Ade Adesomoju 18 Comments Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Ayotunde Philips, on Tuesday freed 233 awaiting trial inmates in both the Maximum and Medium Kirikiri prisons, during a visit to the facilities. The visit was part of the one week-long events marking the commencement of the 2012/2013 legal year in the state. It was also her inaugural visit since she was sworn in as the 14th CJ of the state in June. One hundred and thirty awaiting trial inmates were released from Maximum Prison, while 103 were released from the Medium Prison. The inmates were said to have been remanded in custody for periods ranging from four to 13 years. Philips said the move was in line with her statutory duty and commitment towards decongestion of prisons. She said, “This visit is part of the legal year activities. This is to release those who are illegally or unjustly kept in prison. There is one popular maxim which says it is better to let 10 guilty men go free than to let one innocent one be punished. “This will no longer be restricted to legal years alone. It is something I intend to do quite regularly. At least, once in a quater or in every six months.” Before the release of the inmates, the Maximum Prison with a capacity of 1,056, was housing 763 inmates, while the Medium Prison had 2,502 inmates. About 2,378 were awaiting trial; 124 convicted; and four sentenced to life imprisonment. Earlier, the Deputy Comptroller in charge of the Maximum Prison, Olumide Tinuoye, applauded the CJ’s visit, saying though the prison was meant for inmates involved in “high profile cases”, those accused of “petty offences” were also being transferred to the facility. He said, “Many of the inmates have stayed here more than the normal time. I’m not saying they have not committed any offence. There are some who have been here for over 30 years. If somebody has spent more than 30 years in prison, what else is he doing there.” The DCP in charge of Medium Prison, Tunde Ladipo, urged the CJ to pay more of such visits “so that the prison would be totally decongested.” Read 2,512 timesMore Stories in News Jonathan unprepared to lead Nigeria – Kalu September 21st, 2012 / 311 Comments Read Full Story Ogun LGs threaten strike over unpaid salaries September 21st, 2012 / 12 Comments Read Full Story PDP gives defectors 30 days to return September 21st, 2012 / 44 Comments Read Full Story Killimanjaro/London September 19, 2012 at 4:19 am Power to release inmates from federal prisons resides in the president or Attorney general of the federation. Reply Link QuoteDARAMOLA COMFORT September 19, 2012 at 4:30 am IS DAT WHAT MATTER TO U ? I CONGRATULATE DEM ,BUT SHULD GET STH GOOD DOIN AS NOT TO BECONE PRISOBERS AGAIN. Reply Link Quotenew September 19, 2012 at 4:45 am I made some astounding discoveries that I applied to a unique system that is successfully producing financial freedom and peace for me and hundreds of people. I’d like to give these strategies to you right away so you know what to look for in a system that creates financial peace. For a full report, text a blank sms to: zero-eight-zero-nine-four-nine-one-two-one-five-one. You will be amazed by what you see which will catapult you into your promised land. Reply Link QuoteAustin udowelle September 19, 2012 at 4:54 am They are talking about prison decongestion when the proper topic should be justice. Why on earth should somebody be in detention for upward of 30years without trial and proper conviction. Oh my God. Is this happening for real ? Nigeria is worse than hell. Every body is crying out for peace but non is crying out for justice. There will never be peace, i say never, unless there is justice. Reply Link QuoteRevelation September 19, 2012 at 6:19 am Let there be justice for common. Reply Link Quotearthur September 19, 2012 at 6:20 am Thanj yot Madam CJ. But have we prepared these guys for a life outside prison? . They need some level of empowermemt to become responsible. Well, hope is free. Reply Link QuoteOlatunde September 19, 2012 at 6:22 am You missed the point. 90% of those in prison custody are awaiting trial for offences under laws of the state. As the chief judge, Justice Phillips acted within her powers to order the release of inmates who’re in custody awaiting trial for offences whose punishment/sentence upon conviction would have been served had they been tried and convicted on time. Or take the case of a defendant in prison custody for 10 years awaiting trial for assault that could have been punished with a fine or just 3 years jail sentence? So it is clear Phillips J’s action is in furtherance of the promotion of the rule of law and the need for the consent/approval of the President or HAGF is to say the least outrightly superflous. Reply Link QuoteSylva September 19, 2012 at 6:23 am Fankz dey hv bin realz’d buh Nigeria aint goin aniwhr…….4 heavns sake itz 2 bad 2 hold sm1 4 30yrs………nd wen u analize his case u find out dat he committed 2 offence or mayb sm mighty pple hz vouched dat he ll rot in prison……..my conclusion ix dat nigerian law or constitutn ix nt bin strictli adhered 2 as pple term 2 take da law in2 deir own hands nd dey ll say NOBODT IX ABOVE D LAW…………….ll advise does in charge of offices 2 criticalli xamine deir conscience properli b4 dey dive in2 constitutn cuz i noe dat most of dem r meant 2 be imprisoned or 1 way or da oda r involved in such dreaded activities………..FELLOw Nigerians plz strive 4 a CHANGE Reply Link Quotemain September 19, 2012 at 6:39 am CONVERT YOUR AIRTEL, GLO AND MTN USB MODEM TO UNIVERSAL MODEM SO IT CAN WORK WITH ANY NETWORK. CALL FRANK ON ZERO, SEVEN, ZERO, THREE, SIX, FIVE, FIVE, ZERO, FOUR, THREE, ZERO. PLS, BE WITH THE MODEM AND COMPUTER BEFORE YOU CALL. 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Reply Link QuoteSirjoe September 19, 2012 at 12:15 pm it is an incredible in nigerian constitution> Reply Link QuoteAbiolawhite September 19, 2012 at 1:16 pm Congratulations to the freed inmates but what about the issue of REHABILATION.I wont be surprised to see some returned to the prison cos the idle hand is a tool in the devil’s workshop. Reply Link Quoteseun September 19, 2012 at 2:31 pm Good job madam Reply Link QuoteDey Dey September 19, 2012 at 3:07 pm freedom from prison without rehabilitation is meaningless, to release is sweet but what come after it is d problem, hope cythian murderer were not among d released ones? Reply Link Quoteferdyokwu September 19, 2012 at 7:37 pm Infact I support ALL convicts being freed but on one proviso. They should ALL be tagged and monitored electronically to check their next moves in life! Reply Link QuoteAustin udowelle September 20, 2012 at 11:21 am This woman merely succeeded in releasing corpses. Come to upper Iweka in Anambra state and see the type of prisoners she released. Walking corpses, de humanised and traumatized humans who cannot even remember their towns and villages. Some of them may not even survive the next two days. They were dumped by the road side to die in their state of origin. Its unfortunate ! Reply Link QuotePost a comment Name Email Website Cancel reply Punch Daily Digest Get fresh news delivered to your inbox daily. 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Three killed in Ebute-Metta gang wars Residents estimated that over ten youths have died in gang fights in the area since last year Article | September 21, 2012 - 9:15am | By Patience Ogbo Three persons have been allegedly killed at Ebute-Metta in the last two days by gang members fighting for supremacy. The latest casualty was a student of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State, identified as 'D1', Dayo Olaniyi. Residents said the gang war in the area took a frightening dimension on Thursday, when a gang known as 'Otto boyz' went on rampage in reprisal for the alleged killing of some of their members. Olaniyi, 26, was allegedly killed in retaliation for the gruesome killing of Akeem Omisore and Wasiu Alarape, on Wednesday. "D1 belonged to a rival gang known as the Apapa Road Fagbayimu group. The two gangs have been at logger heads over the control of petty business parks, transport and traders unions at Ebute-Metta; the killing is a show of supremacy by the gangs," a resident who requested anonymity said. It was gathered that the gang members, numbering about 30 and clad in T-shirts and Jeans, stormed Moshood Abiola Way along Apapa Road, shooting indiscriminately. They were also said to have been wielding machetes and other dangerous weapons. Olaniyi was reportedly shot to death at Iya Agan Street in the area, while gang members escaped before the arrival of the police. The gang war has however, thrown the four communities at Ebute-Metta into a state of panic as residents have also been caught in the clash in the past. Some residents are said to have fled their homes, but meanwhile, a combined team of anti-riot police officers have been drafted to the scene to quell the violence. It was gathered that the police presence has brought some calm to the area, but residents claim that the relative peace may not last considering the repeated experiences they have had with the warring gangs. Agbodimu Musbau, Chairman of the Otto-Ilogbo Slum-dwellers Association, Mainland chapter, said that the ceaseless attacks by the gangs have become unbearable for the residents. "We all appeal to the authority to come to our aid as the gangs are regrouping to cause further mayhem. Now that the police is after them they will calm down but in a few months, they will come out to retaliate the killing of their members," he said, adding the violence had continued in spite of community efforts to quell the crisis. "And when this battle of supremacy starts, it is the residents that usually count loses of various valuables as they will smash vehicles' wind screens, loot shops, houses and attack passersby and residents. Anybody they see will be dealt with mercilessly." Musbau said the gangs agreed on a ceasefire last year, following a meeting involving leaders of the community, the various warring factions, and the police. According to Musbau, the factions involved were Lion Junction, Fagbayimu Boys, Otto Scorpion Joint, Otumara and Ayewa Boys. "We identified the problems and a ceasefire was agreed. The police warned the leaders to maintain peace but the boys have started again," he said. "The community is appealing to the State Security Service (SSS), Police and other security agencies to arrest the perpetrators of this violence and restore permanent peace to our area." Residents estimated that over ten youths have died in gang fights, with property worth millions of naira destroyed at Ebute-Metta, since the violence started in August 2011.

A- 37-year-old mechanic has allegedly murdered his one month old son. The incident happened on August 30, at Epe. The suspect, Abiodun Otaoroju, allegedly killed his son Kazeem,with a poison. He blamed the devil for his dastardly act. The suspect who was arrested last month by officers attached to the Epe Police Division, after the mother of the child Ronke reported the incident to the police. Ronke is not legally married to Abiodun. Abiodun however blame the devil for the death of his son. He said a mystical force came over him which made him to kill his son. Narrating how he killed his son. Abiodun said "I met Ronke in 2011.I am a mechanic while She is a fashion designer. We fell in love and early this year, she got pregnant. " Though I have a wife with three children. I still wanted to marry Ronke. On August 30th , during one of my visits, I sent Ronke to go and buy me bread and make me some tea. She left the baby with me and went out . After Ronke left I felt a strange voice urging me to kill my child. I tried to resist but the force was too strong. Abiodun confessed that "I went outside and bought a liquid substance known as Bint El Sudan; a kind of perfume which hausa people use. "I took the substance, opened Kazeem's mouth and poured it into his mouth. I don't know why I did that." In her statement to the police, Ronke said by the time she got back to the house, Kazeem was already gasping for breathe and foaming in the mouth and nostrils. The dying child was rushed to the Epe General Hospital where he was dead. Ronke,however became who was suspicious when Abiodun could not tell her what happened to their child. She subsequently reported the case at Epe Police Station and Abiodun was arrested. The suspect was transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department Panti , Yaba where he confessed to the crime. He said, " this is just the devil that pushed me to do this to my son. I love Kazeem and Ronke I don't know what came over me. It was after I gave him the poison that I got back to my senses. I didn't have any argument with Ronke. It was after the murder that my eyes opened. It was the devil's handiwork." Reply Forward

Toddler killed and stuffed in suitcase. By Patience Ogbo. The police in Abuja said they are yet to identiify a male child who was killed and his corpse stuffed in a suitcase. The incident happened last Saturday. The police have however arrested one Usman Inuwa,who claimed to be the owner of the suitcase. The suspect is said to be from Bwari, a satellite town in Abuja. According to the police,the suspect was arrested at Maitama when he attempted to travel with the suitcase. Unconfirmed sources however said the incident happened at the Tipper garage near Gwarimpa. It was gathered that luck ran out on the suspect when the bus conductor asked that his suitcase be kept in the boot of the bus. The suspect vehemently refused as he was said to have clinged to the suitcase. His refusal to let go of the suitcase raised other passengers' suspicion and they forcefully seized the suitcase and opened it. The passengers were shocked when they found the lifeless body of a toddler in the suitcase. The case was subsequently reported to the police. Doris England the spokes person for the Federal Capital Territory police command Confirmed the incident. “he has not mentioned any accomplices and other issues surrounding the dead child the case is being investigated ,” England said. Reply Reply to all Forward Click here to Reply, Reply to all, or Forward

Man arrested for Murder after confession in Church. By Patience Ogbo A- 23 -years old man Obina Maxwell is in the police custody for allegedly killing his friend. Maxwell was arrested by the police last month after his confession to a large congregation of the Lord's Chosen Church at Ijesha that he killed his friend Elijah and stuffed his corpse in a Ghana must go bag and dumped the corpse by a dumpsite at Orile -Iganmu. Maxwell said he did not intend to kill his friend but an argument over a debt of N50000 led to a fight. "I collected N50000 from Elijah sometimes but he came to my house at Orile for his money but I told him I had only N20000 to give him. He refused to collect it and held my shirt. We started arguing and fighting so he tried to grab a stool to hit me but I reached out for the stool before him and hit it on his head. He collapsed and was unconcious. I tried to revive him but he was dead." Sensing that Elijah was dead,Maxwell hurriedly stuffed his corpse into a bag and dumped him by a dumpsite but an onlooker noticed the blood dropping from the bag and accosted Maxwell. "When I saw that the man has caught me I told him what happened so that was how he decided to blackmail me. He demanded for N8000 but I gave him N3000. He later demanded for N50000 and started coming to my house to take whatever he wants; I had to sell my TV set and home theatre for N35,000 and I gave him the money .I was troubled about the death so I told a pastor and he said I should confess at the Lord Chosen Church. So I did that one Sunday and shortly after the police came to my house and arrested me. I guess a member of the church who heard my confession told Elijah's family and they reported to the police. " Ngozi Braide the Lagos State police command spokesperson confirmed the incident. She said the case will be charged to court soon. Reply Reply to all Forward

September 20, 2012. REJOINDER NO POLICEMAN WAS ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2012 LAGOS ROBBERY. The attention of the Lagos State Police Command has been drawn to the Wednesday September 9th publication, Page 5 of the Punch Newspapers captioned “Robbery in Lagos, two policemen arrested”. The command wishes to express its dissatisfaction about the false and malicious publication written by Punch Reporter, Eniola Akinkuotun, aimed at rubbishing the good works of the command that is working tirelessly to combat crime. The publication is seen as a calculated attempt to tarnish the good image of the Command and at the same time to create panic in the minds of the public. The command further wishes to state categorically clear that no policeman was arrested over the ill-fated Sunday robbery as stated by the reporter. The truth of the matter was clearly stated during the press briefing where the two suspected members of the evil gang were paraded. The command is at loss on where and how Eniola got his story. The Lagos State Police Command is hereby appealing to members of the public to disregard the Punch publication which was mischievous. We hold the organization in high esteem as we know it to be a reputable outfit but strongly frown at the misleading and mischievous way its reporter misinforms the public. In the light of the aforementioned, the command demands a retraction of the fictious story written by the said reporter. The Lagos State Command is reiterating that the good people of Lagos State should continue to go about their lawful duties and businesses as adequate security has been put in place to reduce crime to its barest minimum. Police have commenced intensive surveillance and patrol for the likelihood of arresting and smashing this evil gang. We will not relent in discharging our constitutional duties of protecting lives and property, please. DSP. NGOZI C. BRAIDE, POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER, LAGOS STATE COMMAND, IKEJA. 08125151603.