A driver, Anthony Joseph, 46, was on Thursday docked in an Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan for stealing 800 bags of charcoal worth N21 million.

The defendant, whose address was not disclosed, is charged with conspiracy and theft.

The prosecution counsel, Akeem Akinloye, told the court that the defendant allegedly conspired with others at large to commit the offence.

Mr Akinloye alleged that the defendant, in July 2025, absconded with and stole 800 bags of charcoal worth N21 million, property of one Bakare Kabiru.

He alleged that the defendant committed the offence along Ibadan/Ogbomoso Road in Oyo State.

Mr Akinloye stated that the offence is contrary to Section 383 and punishable under Sections 390(9) and 516 of the Criminal Code Laws of Oyo State, 2000.

The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charge.

The chief magistrate, Olabisi Ogunkanmi, admitted the defendant to N7.5 million bail with two sureties in like sum.

Mr Ogunkanmi said one of the sureties must be a landed property owner, while the second surety must be related to the defendant.

She adjourned the matter until December 11 for a hearing.

 (NAN)