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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by cr7lomo: 1:24pm On May 15, 2019
Jentle244:
What a sad way to end life. but take a look at out country today. it na worse. the alders comment really touched me.



But the GOAT of all times in armed robbery in naija is ANINIH. the only man who Royal from Benin to Lagos on the reverse. and yet police no fit catch am.


but las las na woman expose am

No b only reverse from Benin to Lagos...im mk im car jump come fly for air reach Benin bk... Hallucinators ... nonsense
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by c2far: 1:29pm On May 15, 2019
Baba oni Lace came at the wrong time. Look at the speed of justice. In less than 2 months, the law had taken its cause. His equal who chose to specialise in kidnapping, Evans is not anywhere near justice being granted....

Once upon a good Nigeria.

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by cr7lomo: 1:33pm On May 15, 2019
tiredoflife:
The naval officers case is the one I know so well
He was my father's friend
My dad told me his story
His problem was not robbery but stupidity
He had a side chic who had people owing her money
She reported to him
And he took his service gun and went there to threaten this people
And forcefully took possession of their properties
These people went to the police and accused him of robbery
The Nigerian navy dismissed him after a court Marshal
Since it was an illegal operation
He was sentenced to death
The navy gave him no representation in court
After he was killed
He was promoted
Till date my dad still remembers him
They were very close cry

The Aluu 4 is a replica

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by Emmasnoop(m): 1:36pm On May 15, 2019
God knowns the best, may his soul rest in peace.
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by tiredoflife(m): 1:37pm On May 15, 2019
davillian:
My blood will cleanse my family and my children will prosper.
This dude was around 23-25 and he has children then , how many of us done even think of marriage at this age.
Nigeria has gone so deep in the shiiiit hole.

He was my father's friend
He died cos of a side chic
Who people owe money
She reported to him.
He took his service pistol
Went there to threaten them
And carried properties of the debtors
The alahaja went to the police
And claimed robbery
Navy denied him
He was killed soon after

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by tiredoflife(m): 1:39pm On May 15, 2019
cr7lomo:


The Aluu 4 is a replica

This is different
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by Tapout(m): 1:41pm On May 15, 2019
tiredoflife:
The naval officers case is the one I know so well
He was my father's friend
My dad told me his story
His problem was not robbery but stupidity
He had a side chic who had people owing her money
She reported to him
And he took his service gun and went there to threaten this people
And forcefully took possession of their properties
These people went to the police and accused him of robbery
The Nigerian navy dismissed him after a court Marshal
Since it was an illegal operation
He was sentenced to death
The navy gave him no representation in court
After he was killed
He was promoted
Till date my dad still remembers him
They were very close cry

smh.. And today we have uniformed police men commiting atrocities and walking free.

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by tiredoflife(m): 1:42pm On May 15, 2019
Tapout:


smh.. And today we have uniformed police men commiting atrocities and walking free.

Well his case was unlawful used of a service pistol on a civilian
This is robbery in the law
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by Nobody: 1:48pm On May 15, 2019
kidap:
Meet The Yoruba Demon, Mr Babatunde Folorunsho the first armed robber in Nigeria to be killed in publicly by firing squad.


Babatunde Folorunsho, Ilobo and Oyazimo at the stakes


Mr Babatunde Folorunsho was killed alongside Joseph Ilobo and Williams Alders Oyazimo publicly in Bar Beach, Lagos.

Babatunde Folorunsho was a chronic armed robber and a hardened criminal who threatened the peace and security of Nigerians in the 1970’s with his group of bandits. He reigned almost the same time as the kingpin of Nigerian armed robbers, Ishola Oyenusi also known as Doctor rob and kill.

Babatunde Folorunsho was nicknamed ‘Baba oni lace‘ (Mr. Lace) because of his strong love for lace outfits which he even wore during robbery operations. During his reign, he topped the list of the most wanted criminals in Nigeria.

He was chased and hunted by the Nigerian police and local guards but all to no avail. During this time, crime rate in the country was at its peak in the country as a result of the civil war that had just ended.

Babatunde Folorunsho aka ‘Baba oni lace‘ (Mr. Lace) seemed invincible but unfortunately for him, he was caught by the police during a robbery operation on a fateful day in 1971.

He was charged with robbing one Mr. Alfred Marshall of a car. The whole nation was in jubilation as he was caught by the law.

On the 8th and 13th of April, 1971, Mr Babatunde Folorunsho was tried and found guilty of highway robbery. The judge, James Agboola Ojomo, sentenced him to death by firing squad.

24th of July, 1971. Thousands of Nigerians rushed to the popular Bar Beach in Lagos where the execution of Babatunde Folorunsho, Joseph Ilobo and Williams Alders was to take place. That was the first of its kind in Country.’

There was anxiety and excitement in the crowd as a lorry conveying the robbers landed at the execution ground,Bar Beach.

The robbers were in chains as they walked to the stakes , Mr Babatunde Folorunsho popularly known as ‘Baba oni lace‘ was dressed in lace . Mr Joseph Ilobo didn’t accept fate easily unlike Folorunsho, he protested till his last moment.

At a point execution, Joseph Ilobo looked at the crowd and said, “are all these people here to see me die? Ah! This is a wicked world. I have not committed any crime.” Mr Williams Alders Oyazimo was a sub-lieutenant in the Nigerian Navy. He protested his innocence in tears. He said, “if you search your conscience, you will know that a naval officer of my status will never go in the dead of the night to steal. I’ll die today, innocent of the crime for which I am condemned.”

Military chaplain, Col. Pedro Martins approached the robbers and asked them to pray for forgiveness but he said, “Father, I am innocent. My blood will cleanse my family and my children will prosper.” Oyazimo’s last words touched Nigerians. It was such a pathetic moment.


Williams Alders Oyazimo

According to a source, Mr Williams Alders Oyazimo could have been truly innocent. His execution was likely a result of personal feud with some officers of higher ranks. He and Joseph Ilobo were accused of robbing One Alhaja Taibatu Opene of a loud speaker and record player worth N320. They both pleaded not guilty but were sentenced to death anyway.

However, the words of Oyazimo did not make the executors change their minds. A loud voice let out the command. Joseph Ilobo screamed “Make una go call that Alhaja, make she come see we die”. Then rain of bullets fell on the condemned trio’s bodies. Their lifeless bodies were inspected, untied and then taken away for burial.

The whole of Nigeria celebrated the end of Babatunde Folorunsho aka Baba oni lace but only to welcome more of his kind.



Source: https://gidifeed.com/meet-babatunde-folorunsho-the-first-armed-robber-executed-publicly-in-nigeria/
A man being executed for 320 naira, while oshiomole, tinubu and ameachi are stealing with bullion vans and still alive. What an irony.
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by Realcash224(m): 1:57pm On May 15, 2019
I think we need to start applying this open execution of criminals, this will go a long way
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by idonhammer: 1:57pm On May 15, 2019
You wish,but it will never happen.Rather, na the Yahoo boys go tie your ass like this and shot you in the head at a very close range.

delugajackson:
This manner of execution should also apply to Yahoo boys and their sympathizers.

I will gladly dance to the sound of their cries as it fills the air. Drink wine from their skulls and use their bones as drumsticks for exorcism.

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by IFEOLUWAKRIZ: 2:22pm On May 15, 2019
tiredoflife:
The naval officers case is the one I know so well
He was my father's friend
My dad told me his story
His problem was not robbery but stupidity
He had a side chic who had people owing her money
She reported to him
And he took his service gun and went there to threaten this people
And forcefully took possession of their properties
These people went to the police and accused him of robbery
The Nigerian navy dismissed him after a court Marshal
Since it was an illegal operation
He was sentenced to death
The navy gave him no representation in court
After he was killed
He was promoted
Till date my dad still remembers him
They were very close cry
He was promoted in death?

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by ibietela2(m): 2:23pm On May 15, 2019
tiredoflife:
The naval officers case is the one I know so well
He was my father's friend
My dad told me his story
His problem was not robbery but stupidity
He had a side chic who had people owing her money
She reported to him
And he took his service gun and went there to threaten this people
And forcefully took possession of their properties
These people went to the police and accused him of robbery
The Nigerian navy dismissed him after a court Marshal
Since it was an illegal operation
He was sentenced to death
The navy gave him no representation in court
After he was killed
He was promoted
Till date my dad still remembers him
They were very close cry

Looks like a opportunity for someone to get rid of him, why are they promoting him after dismissal?

Naija, no be today e start.

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by gaskiyamagana: 2:23pm On May 15, 2019
NaijaCelebrity:
hmmm Afonja and stealing......
Olodooo
2 Yanmirins and one Christian yoloba
Yanmirins 2
Yoloba 1
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by tiredoflife(m): 2:23pm On May 15, 2019
IFEOLUWAKRIZ:

He was promoted in death?

Yes he was promoted and his dismissal converted to retirement
But it was too late

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by tiredoflife(m): 2:25pm On May 15, 2019
ibietela2:


Looks like a opportunity for someone to get rid of him, why are they promoting him after dismissal?

Naija, no be today e start.

No one was after him
He came to ruin cos of a side chic
The dismissal was converted to retirement
Just to honour him cry

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by tiredoflife(m): 2:26pm On May 15, 2019
gaskiyamagana:

Olodooo
2 Yanmirins and one Christian yoloba
Yanmirins 2
Yoloba 1

The naval guy was urhobo
He was my father's friend in the navy

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by ibietela2(m): 2:27pm On May 15, 2019
tiredoflife:


Yes he was promoted and his dismissal converted to retirement
But it was too late

Na wa oooo.... Hope he had kids sha
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by MyVILLAGEpeople(m): 2:34pm On May 15, 2019
Jentle244:
What a sad way to end life. but take a look at out country today. it na worse. the alders comment really touched me.



But the GOAT of all times in armed robbery in naija is ANINIH. the only man who Royal from Benin to Lagos on the reverse. and yet police no fit catch am.


but las las na woman expose am


Bro aninih was a terror during his days, but him no reach Shina Rambo. Shina Rambo was just too bloody during his days.
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by IFEOLUWAKRIZ: 2:36pm On May 15, 2019
tiredoflife:


Yes he was promoted and his dismissal converted to retirement
But it was too late

Oh. RIP to him.

Why this evil monicker of yours btw?

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by MyVILLAGEpeople(m): 2:38pm On May 15, 2019
calberian:
At least one of the duo, Williams and Joseph was innocent.

Anyways, they’re dead now. Executioner, judge, accuser, accused, witnesses e.t.c.

All dead.

That's life Bro.. it's just like a winds that blows away.
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by ecclize: 2:52pm On May 15, 2019
Why would someone be killed for stealing a loud speaker? Is the judge insane?
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by Nobody: 3:13pm On May 15, 2019
calberian:
At least one of the duo, Williams and Joseph was innocent.

Anyways, they’re dead now. Executioner, judge, accuser, accused, witnesses e.t.c.

All dead.
Bro, i need to read more on this. How come?
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by Victorisoni3(m): 3:14pm On May 15, 2019
He and Joseph Ilobo were accused of robbing One Alhaja Taibatu Opene of a loud speaker and record player worth N320. They both pleaded not guilty but were sentenced to death anyway.





Hmmm really
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by AnthonyAk(m): 3:47pm On May 15, 2019
tiredoflife:
The naval officers case is the one I know so well
He was my father's friend
My dad told me his story
His problem was not robbery but stupidity
He had a side chic who had people owing her money
She reported to him
And he took his service gun and went there to threaten this people
And forcefully took possession of their properties
These people went to the police and accused him of robbery
The Nigerian navy dismissed him after a court Marshal
Since it was an illegal operation
He was sentenced to death
The navy gave him no representation in court
After he was killed
He was promoted
Till date my dad still remembers him
They were very close cry

Then i guess he wasent innocent
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by pinkygurl(f): 4:13pm On May 15, 2019
AnthonyAk:


Then i guess he wasnt innocent
No be robbery abeg.
Robbers hide their identity.making it difficult to recognise them. Not like he shot or murdered any of the person(s)/debtor(s) he forcefully seized goods from due to too much power.like we have of officers shooting at civilians today with impunity cry
This judgement was too extreme abeg.
For a case that could have also been settled out of court .death sentence by shooting kwa?not even life imprisonment or 20 years jail term lipsrsealed & ordered to pay times 10 of the speaker etc/hundreds of thousands/millions in damages in addition to being sacked from the navy

So he was shot to death.hope the alhaja was very happy & went to glorify her God .bitch shoulda taken a front seat to watch the execution
The alhaja.the lawyers the judge are very mad people
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by tfash96(m): 4:31pm On May 15, 2019
So Odunlade Adekola is our reincarnated Babatunde Folorunsho,Oyenusi & Mufu Oloosa Oko.. So 3 of them formed together into 1 body grin grin
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by tiredoflife(m): 4:53pm On May 15, 2019
AnthonyAk:


Then i guess he wasent innocent

He was
He only did I stupid thing
Using a service pistol to harass his side chic debtor
And taking possession of their properties

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Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by tiredoflife(m): 4:56pm On May 15, 2019
pinkygurl:

No be robbery abeg.
Robbers hide their identity.making it difficult to recognise them. Not like he shot or murdered any of the person(s)/debtor(s) he forcefully seized goods from due to too much power.like we have of officers shooting at civilians today with impunity cry
This judgement was too extreme abeg.
For a case that could have also been settled out of court .death sentence by shooting kwa?not even life imprisonment or 20 years jail term lipsrsealed & ordered to pay times 10 of the speaker etc/hundreds of thousands/millions in damages in addition to being sacked from the navy

So he was shot to death.hope the alhaja was very happy & went to glorify her God .bitch shoulda taken a front seat to watch the execution
The alhaja.the lawyers the judge are very mad people

The law says illegal use of fire arms/ weapons to take possession of another's property
Is death by firing squad
It was a military era
So the law was harsh but its the law
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by pinkygurl(f): 5:19pm On May 15, 2019
tiredoflife:


The law says illegal use of fire arms/ weapons to take possession of another's property
Is death by firing squad
It was a military era
So the law was harsh but its the law
Oh military era! & several amendments to constitution we have today.was expecting to read of an executed officer/police executed for shooting okada man to death for not bribing him with money not some electronics grin seized from debtor sad shocked by uniformed cool man/soldier holding his gun poo.Thank God I was not born in the military era tho.still the parties involved shoulda opted for or prevailed upon (With Begging)by community/religious leaders/advisers/friends/neighbours & well wishers to opt for an out of court settlement especially as the court case escalated &the men were also dismissed. In some streets that alhaja would be humiliated out of the neighbourhood
Its officials using military or govt.service power/arms/weapons to murder citizens like the sars killers of #koladejohnson ;#jumbo Ogah,a Civil Defense staff who was beaten with baton to death by police e tc that deserve this type of harsh judgement today without consideration;
Re: Meet Babatunde Folorunsho, The First Armed Robber Executed Publicly In Nigeria by MrMacinterchi1: 5:59pm On May 15, 2019
tiredoflife:
The naval officers case is the one I know so well
He was my father's friend
My dad told me his story
His problem was not robbery but stupidity
He had a side chic who had people owing her money
She reported to him
And he took his service gun and went there to threaten this people
And forcefully took possession of their properties
These people went to the police and accused him of robbery
The Nigerian navy dismissed him after a court Marshal
Since it was an illegal operation
He was sentenced to death
The navy gave him no representation in court
After he was killed
He was promoted
Till date my dad still remembers him
They were very close cry

even at that, I don't think it deserves dying oo. They should have given him serving time in jail.

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