Three men jailed for kidnapping naval officer in Ekiti
Three men have been sentenced to a total of 97 years in prison by an Ekiti State High Court for kidnapping, armed robbery, and unlawful possession of weapons. Augustine Agbogbo, Adeniyi Olamilekan, and Ademoh Gabriel were convicted and given varying jail terms. Three other defendants were acquitted due to lack of evidence. The case involved the abduction of Lt Cdr Victoria Eisape (retd) and Ajibade Adeleke.
What happened
- Augustine Agbogbo received 40 years, Adeniyi Olamilekan 25 years, and Ademoh Gabriel 32 years in prison.
- The court acquitted Ogungbemi Gbenga, Monday Rakiya, and Oseni Mutairu due to insufficient evidence.
- The six defendants were arraigned before Justice Adeniyi Familoni on six counts, including conspiracy, kidnapping, and armed robbery.
- The victims, including Lt Cdr Victoria Eisape (retd), were kidnapped and a ransom was demanded before their release.
- The judge emphasized that the sentences should serve as a deterrent to others involved in kidnapping.
