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Chaiiiiiii what type of country am I living in? Because of chicken and egg? He should be released immediately

RoyalUc:
Sincerely, I don't understand this country called Nigeria.


A judge sentenced a 17 year old boy to death for stealing chicken and eggs?

That judge or magistrate should also be sent to life imprisonment, for such sentence of a kid like that...

When I said Nigeria can never be better people go dey abuse me

Already been in jail 10 years because he was poor and hungry. The death penalty shouldn't have even be an option. Everyone nows it is bias and wrong

that judge must have been high on a new strain of colos.
Even the US doesn't sentence teenage murderers to death.
Mr Gov. Just grant the young man pardon straight up!!

booblacain:
The judge that presided over that case and passed that judgment should be sentenced to death.

As for the governor Adeleke, rather than use this as only a means to score cheap political point, you should be looking into the kind of laws or loopholes in the law that will give a judge that kind of power to sentence someone to death over theft of a chicken. Except there is more to this case than we are being told, the root is what we should be cutting not the leaves.

I was wondering if a human life was lost in the course of the theft because me I don't understand this kind of judgement.

Egbetayo:
When we all pass judgement on the jusge in this matter whose judgement was based on fact of the case. Nobody is talking anyrhing about the DPO request for #30000 bribe and the parents raised #20000. DPO refusal to accept the #20000 led to unfair representation of fact before the trial judge.

This is also possible

Evil men in places of authority

Ishilove:
I was wondering if a human life was lost in the course of the theft because me I don't understand this kind of judgement.

in nigeria people are sentenced to death for violent armed robbery.

i have never heard of a person sentenced to death for stealing

then again - nothing pass our police who may have set the guy up in ways we cannot tell

GloriousGbola:
in nigeria people are sentenced to death for violent armed robbery.

i have never heard of a person sentenced to death for stealing

then again - nothing pass our police who may have set the guy up in ways we cannot tell

I wouldn't put it past them

RoyalUc:
Sincerely, I don't understand this country called Nigeria.


A judge sentenced a 17 year old boy to death for stealing chicken and eggs?

The information you have out there on this matter is incomplete. It was the offence of Armed Robbery that was in issue the which was proved against the Defendant. The Judge strictly followed the Law (which knows no sentiments) in sentencing the Defendant but recommended a commuttal of the sentence to 10 years imprisonment by the Governor. The Judge did his duty. He was fungus officio. There was no appeal.

realguyremzy:
Judge name: Justice Jide Falola. He was compulsorily retired last year for a corruption offece

Are you sure of this information?

zoedew:
The information you have out there on this matter is incomplete. It was the offence of Armed Robbery that was in issue the which was proved against the Defendant. The Judge strictly followed the Law (which knows no sentiments) in sentencing the Defendant but recommended a commuttal of the sentence to 10 years imprisonment by the Governor. The Judge did his duty. He was fungus officio. There was no appeal.

I'm not a lawyer but I do know that under such laws, where there's no murder, the sentence is usually tampered with mercy

Ishilove:
I wouldn't put it past them

Me too

RoyalUc:
I'm not a lawyer but I do know that under such laws, where there's no murder, the sentence is usually tampered with mercy

The penalty for Armed Robbery is death! The duty of the Judge is to apply The Law!

Sentence to death by hanging for stealing chicken. What about those stealing in millions, billions and trillions. Wer they sentence to death by hanging.
Nigerian law is meant for the poor not the elites. May God help us.

RoyalUc:
That would have been clearly stated in the report

Great mistake that would be.
How would you take it if you hear prerogative of mercy is being considered for a potential murderer?
Best is to leave out that gruesome part, stealing chicken and eggs is not a capital offence.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgm92r74yd0o&ved=2ahUKEwj5moCesLGKAxUkXEEAHaLoPOcQFnoECCYQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2VU2M4TdQyNgs0mxuevsWS

Addendum:

Just received this from a lawyer colleague of mine who is a retired judge of the High Court of Oyo State clarifying the true position of the case. You may wish to read through

*Re* : *Death* by *Hanging* for *Stealing* *fowl* .*

*Upholding the Integrity of the Judiciary and Setting the Record Straight on the Conviction of Olowookere Segun and Morakinyo Sunday*

By: .... Akinwole Olasubomi A.

The Osun State Government's recent consideration of the prerogative of mercy for convicted individuals has drawn significant attention and have invariably stirred public opinion based on incomplete or misleading narratives. While this action demonstrates the government’s commitment to exercising compassion and upholding constitutional provisions, it is imperative that such privilege is not misinterpreted or misused to distort the sanctity of judicial decisions. Misleading narratives aimed at undermining the judiciary not only threaten public trust but also obscure the real facts surrounding this case.

The Osun State Government deserves commendation for its thoughtful approach to this matter, particularly its willingness to consider clemency in light of the convicts' circumstances through the prerogative of mercy as exercised by the executive arm of government is a constitutional provision designed to temper justice with compassion and mercy when appropriate. But this authority is not in anyway a critique of judicial decisions. Instead, it reflects a complementary relationship between the arms of government, underscoring the separation of powers.

However, it is equally crucial to avoid abusing this constitutional privilege by turning the law into a tool to fit a distorted narrative, especially one that trivializes the gravity of the original crimes. This recent development does not, and should not, be interpreted as a challenge to the judiciary's authority. The judiciary's role is to ensure that justice is served based on evidence and the letter of the law, while the executive’s mercy is a discretionary act that operates within a separate but complementary sphere.

It is therefore crucial to clarify the facts and reaffirm the role of the judiciary as the backbone of any functional democracy tasked with interpreting and enforcing the law impartially based on evidence, legal statutes, and due process. The misleading portrayal of the judiciary, and in particular the judge who presided over the case, is not only unfair but risks undermining public trust in this vital arm of government.

The current case is a reflection of this democratic balance. The judiciary fulfilled its mandate by delivering a verdict based on the facts and the law. Any subsequent exercise of clemency by the executive does not negate the judiciary's integrity but highlights the collaborative nature of governance under the separation of powers.

*The Facts of the Case*

Contrary to sensationalized reports, the conviction of Olowookere Segun and Morakinyo Sunday was not for the petty theft of a fowl, but for armed robbery and related crimes. The prosecution, led by the state Solicitor-General, Mrs. Abiola Adewemimo, presented irrefutable evidence, including eyewitness accounts and confessions from the accused.

The case stemmed from an incident in the year 2010, when the convicts forcefully broke into the home of Mr. Balogun Tope, a police officer, armed with a cutlass and a dane gun. They carted away valuables, including livestock, and were apprehended following their involvement in similar robberies. The evidence showed a clear pattern of criminal behaviour, including their admission to robbing another individual, Alhaja Umani Oyewo, from whom they stole broilers, eggs, and kegs of vegetable oil.

Justice Jide Falola of the Osun State High Court, sitting in Okuku, delivered a judgment grounded in the law. The convicts were found guilty of conspiracy, robbery, and stealing, with sentences proportionate to the gravity of their crimes, death by hanging for conspiracy, in accordance with Section 6(b) and 1(2)(a) of the Robbery and Firearm (Special Provisions) Act, Cap R 11, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004. Life imprisonment for robbery. Three years’ imprisonment for stealing.

The judge also showed humanity in his judgment, recommending that the governor may consider commuting the death sentence to a ten-year prison term, given the convicts’ ages and circumstances. This reflects a balanced application of the law, tempered with empathy, a situation we now witnessed been put into play by the Osun State government.

It is however disheartening to see attempts to trivialize this case by focusing solely on the theft of a fowl, ignoring the armed robbery charges and the overwhelming evidence presented in court. Such distortions risk misleading the public and eroding confidence in the judiciary. It is important for citizens to understand that the judiciary operates based on evidence and established legal frameworks, not emotion or public sentiment.

To those who care to know, the judiciary system in Nigeria cutting across the 36 sates and federal capital territory is a pillar of democracy, tasked with delivering justice impartially and without bias. So in the case of Osun State, Justice Falola’s handling of the case in question reflects the professionalism and integrity that underpin the judiciary's work. The prerogative of mercy, if exercised, is not a repudiation of the court's judgment but a constitutional tool for tempering justice with clemency.

Members of the public are urged to seek facts and reject narratives designed to undermine the judiciary. Trust in this institution is essential for maintaining law, order, and justice in society. Let us protect the integrity of the judiciary and support its critical role in safeguarding our democracy.
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Bankowner:
Great mistake that would be.
How would you take it if you hear prerogative of mercy is being considered for a murderer?
Best is to leave out that gruesome part, stealing chicken and eggs is not a capital offence.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgm92r74yd0o&ved=2ahUKEwj5moCesLGKAxUkXEEAHaLoPOcQFnoECCYQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2VU2M4TdQyNgs0mxuevsWS

Ok

booblacain:
The judge that presided over that case and passed that judgment should be sentenced to death.

As for the governor Adeleke, rather than use this as only a means to score cheap political point, you should be looking into the kind of laws or loopholes in the law that will give a judge that kind of power to sentence someone to death over theft of a chicken. Except there is more to this case than we are being told, the root is what we should be cutting not the leaves.

Lawmaking is the business of lawmakers. The lawmakers in the state should be the ones to look into the laws.

The governor has done what’s within his powers by granting pardon.

Teenager steals chicken and is sentenced to death...

An ex-Governor allegedly steals over 80 billion and is released on bail

Animal Farm

Everything in this write-up is an Abomination,
Clemency, unethical blah blah blah.
This is pure out of this world event.

From the owner of the poultry and everyone involved to the police, the investigation officer, the prosecutor the judiciary and as many other bodies of involvement in getting to such judgement.

Must be brought to the court of humanity being broadcast live for the period it will last for them to tell the world how the came about such judgement.

Another form of injustice and wickedness of the highest order is giving glorified names to evil when you are to call it what it is.

Africa China song comes to effect *Mr President*
Pesin wey steak Maggi dem go show I'm face for crime fighter.
Rich man wey thief national common wealth we dey see their face for crime fighter.

chairmanawe:
https://dailypost.ng/2024/12/18/gov-adeleke-directs-review-of-death-sentence-on-teenager-for-stealing-chicken/

What is the name of the judge?

The politicians who stolen billions of dollars are given bail and free while a boy who stole hen is sentenced to death

Kemi is right about the country.
I don't understand this Nigeria legal system

redcliff:
Judiciary is our only problem in nigeria. That arm of govt should be overhauled!

Dele Farotimi's book comes to mind.

chairmanawe:
https://dailypost.ng/2024/12/18/gov-adeleke-directs-review-of-death-sentence-on-teenager-for-stealing-chicken/

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The boy here was among those boys sentenced by Justice Falola in 2014 at Ikirun Osun State for armed robbery. None of them is a teenager!They robbed about six families with guns and cutlasses and even fired some men. It was a police man they robbed last that disarmed them.In Law the penalty is death. Justice Falola followed the provision of the law in sentencing them.
He however said a letter of Clemency can be written to the Governor then to pardon them because they were first time offenders.
The penalties for stealing and armed robberies are not the same.
Death sentence is attached to armed robbery in order to discourage it.
Lessons : To omo re ko le fun o ni isinm
Train your child to give you peace.

I don't have any pity for criminal children who are increasing every day!

The judge who sentenced the young man should be sacked. He no know work. Na complete swegbe.

RoyalUc:
Sincerely, I don't understand this country called Nigeria.


A judge sentenced a 17 year old boy to death for stealing chicken and eggs?

You think it is every human being you see wearing clothes that are okay mentally?

The Judge should be interviewed on how he or she came to the conclusion of a death sentence for stealing a chicken....

Kaido:
The probability that the judge is a Muslim is 98%. I also believe the judge is a staunch supporter of the Taliban Government in Afghanistan.

Would he have passed the same sentence, if it was his son, nephew or niece?

What a preposterous sentence from a supposedly learned man!

People like you, full of hatred for muslims must have passed that judgment. Islam is a religion of peace. Islam means peace. The best justice system is laid out in Quran and Hague and Harvard law school attest to that. Someone like you should not be living in society.

Since this occurred in Osun, then This Man must have stolen Wura Adeleke's Chicken
since the fellow who arrested him shows no pity, and still charged him to court, then it has to be Wura Adeleke

The judge involved should be sanctioned, this is an unfair judgement, and the teenager said he didn't steal the chicken, thank God for the Governor's intervention.

Death sentence for chicken and eggs?
I doubt this news.

booblacain:
The judge that presided over that case and passed that judgment should be sentenced to death.

As for the governor Adeleke, rather than use this as only a means to score cheap political point, you should be looking into the kind of laws or loopholes in the law that will give a judge that kind of power to sentence someone to death over theft of a chicken. Except there is more to this case than we are being told, the root is what we should be cutting not the leaves.

You are a compound fool for the insinuation of the ..Gov using this case as being scoring Cheap political publicity. Is the Executive Arm of Govt that makes Law or the Legislative Arm? Beside 2 APC Governors had ruled that State for good 12 years without doing anything about this case. Where were their being .. Progressives...in the first place?

Eniitankorede:
People like you, full of hatred for muslims must have passed that judgment. Islam is a religion of peace. Islam means peace. The best justice system is laid out in Quran and Hague and Harvard law school attest to that. Someone like you should not be living in society.

How is Islam a Religion of Peace if I may ask? Remember the Cases of Chibok & Dapchi girls & Deborah Samuel (Nigeria State) & how your brother Imman & Islamic Professors handled them not to talk is beheading of many Christians by BH. I beg pack for one side joor. Hague & Harvard my foot!!!