The suspended traditional ruler of Orile Ifo, Oba Abdulsemiu Ogunjobi, was remanded in a correctional centre in Ilaro, Ogun State, following his arraignment before the Ifo Magistrate Court.
The monarch, accused of assault and other related offences, was denied immediate release after failing to meet the bail conditions set by the court.
Oba Ogunjobi appeared in court on Tuesday, accompanied by legal counsel, to face a three-count charge brought against him by the Nigeria Police Force. The charges include conspiracy, assault, and conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace.
These charges stem from a widely circulated video that purportedly shows the monarch verbally and physically assaulting Mr. Areola Abraham, an elderly chief in his community.
The monarch, identified as a retired police officer, is heard in the video boasting of his influence within law enforcement circles, adding to the gravity of the public outcry against his actions.
During the court proceedings, Oba Ogunjobi pleaded not guilty to all charges brought against him. Despite his plea, the presiding magistrate set bail at a sum of N5 million, coupled with stringent conditions requiring two sureties who must also each deposit N5 million.
However, as of late yesterday, the monarch was unable to fulfill these bail conditions, resulting in his remand at the correctional facility in Ilaro.
The case has been adjourned to March 6 for further hearing, allowing both the prosecution and the defense ample time to prepare their respective cases. -Source: Platform Times