Ekiti: Husband, wife remanded for allegedly killing housewife
A Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti has ordered the remand of a husband and wife, Lamidi Salau, 67, and Lamidi Aina Abigail, 65, over their alleged involvement in the killing of a 25-year-old housewife, Kehinde Omize. The two defendants were remanded at the Correctional Facility in Ado-Ekiti over allegations of conspiracy to murder and […]
In Ekiti, a husband and wife, Lamidi Salau, 67, and Lamidi Aina Abigail, 65, have been ordered to remain in custody following their alleged roles in the murder of a 25-year-old housewife, Kehinde Omize. ASP Akinwale Oriyomi, the prosecutor, stated that there was enough evidence to warrant their remand, citing Sections 244 and 234 of the Criminal Laws of Ekiti 2021 for conspiracy and murder respectively.
The alleged crimes took place in Ado-Ekiti on September 9, 2026. The prosecutor requested a 30-day remand for further investigation and legal advice from the Director of Public Prosecutions. Both defendants, represented by Barrister L. A. Fasanmi, made no plea during the court proceedings. The Chief Magistrate, Mr. Abayomi Adeosun, approved the remand and adjourned the case until October 9, 2026, for further deliberation.
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