Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Abeokuta Magistrates’ Court

December 30, 2022

Man sentenced to 14-year imprisonment for sexually abusing 14-year-old girl

Mr Quadri, who had pleaded not guilty to the one-count charge, was convicted for sexual abuse.

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July 22, 2022

Court jails man for stealing N1.9 million worth of valuables 

The convict was accused of breaking into a welding shop and carting away equipment valued at N1.9 million.

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June 7, 2022

Court sentences minors to juvenile corrective home for stabbing boy

The minors were said to have stabbed the victim with a broken bottle on the head in an attempt to extort money from him.

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June 3, 2022

Man bags two years’ jail for stealing Bajaj motorcycle

The judge convicted the accused to two years imprisonment or to compensate the complainant with the sum of N250,000.

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June 3, 2022

Ex-convict Waris sent to 7 years’ imprisonment for stealing phones, other items

Mr Shoaga was charged on a two-count of conspiracy and possession of stolen items after he was caught with stolen phones and other valuable items.

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April 8, 2022

Ogun man jailed for attempting to steal from ex-President Obasanjo

The police said Mr Sowemimo scaled the fence into the compound of ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta on April 1 with intent to steal.

April 1, 2022

Welder bags 24 months jail term for stealing iron doors, windows

The welder whose customers gave jobs to, failed to deliver and instead stole finished doors and windows from his colleagues.

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October 8, 2021

Real estate agent jailed for defrauding nine accommodation seekers

The accused was said to have taken rent money from nine people and converted it for personal use.

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