The magistrate, in her judgment, however, gave the convict an option to either pay a N50,000 fine or spend six months in prison.
The incident, which occurred in November 2024 at the Timber Market, Jos North Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau, engulfed 107 shops.
The commissioner said the current Plateau administration was determined to complete all abandoned projects and that the move aimed at giving Jos and Bukuru metropolis a facelift.
The judge ordered the convict to pay N1.4 million to the complainant and, in default, spend 18 months in prison.
The judge, Shawomi Bokkos, sentenced the convict after he pleaded guilty to the offence.
Magistrate Shawomi Bokkos sentenced Goma after he pleaded guilty to theft.
No sooner had the incident occurred than the former Senate President’s political opponents started circulating rumours of his purported involvement.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang has urged all appointees serving in his government to be hard-working and productive.
Mr Dogo made this known on Thursday in Jos, saying the ministry has been collaborating with the police to stop the illegal activities.
There is a recent outcry from many quarters regarding an astronomical hike in the cost of housing and space rentals across the state.
