In a ruling on the no-case submission by the defendants, the trial judge, Justice Folashade Giwa-Ogunbanjo ordered them to enter their defence in the case. “My Lord, we, therefore, urge the court to discharge and acquit Kawu from further trial. “Sections 302 and 303 of the ACJA have made it easier for the court to consider the merits of this case. Henry Emore, the Prosecution counsel, however, urged that court to discountenance the prayers for the upholding of the motion, adding that the prosecution had established a prima facie against all the defendant applicants. “In any case, My Lord had urged them to invite the minister if they so wish and if that would help their defence.

Source: Nigerian Tribune June 03, 2020 18:22 UTC