Officer Drambi Vandi Sentences to Death by hanging for killing Bolanle Raheem.…..CONTINUE READING>>>>>>
The Lagos High Court has handed down a verdict of death by hanging for Officer Drambi Vandi, the suspended assistant superintendent of police, who stood accused of the murder of Bolanle Raheem, a prominent female lawyer.
POLITICS NIGERIA reports Justice Ibironke Harrison gave the judgement on Monday.
“The court finds the defendant guilty on one count of murder. You will be hanged by the neck till you are dead.” the judge held.
Drambi Vandi, who had pleaded not guilty to the murder charges, was brought before the Lagos State High Court at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) annex for a one-count charge of murder on January 16.
The tragic incident occurred on December 25 when Raheem Bolanle was allegedly shot dead by Officer Vandi in the Ajah area of Lagos. The victim was returning home from a Christmas outing with her family when the horrifying shooting transpired.
This Christmas Day killing drew condemnation from diverse segments of society, including the political elite.…..CONTINUE READING>>>>>>
