Court remands 4 friends in prison for allegedly assaulting police officer (Guardian)

A Kubwa Grade I Area Court on Monday ordered that four friends, accused of beating up a policeman be remanded in prison.

The judge Ibrahim Balarabe remanded Inyama Chukwudi, Anieka Asuquo, Oluwa Falaraum and Chinyere Uchendu, charged with assault and theft.

Balarabe fixed June 6 for hearing in their bail application. Earlier, the Defence counsel, Jamiu Agoro, prayed the court to admit his client on bail in the most liberal terms.

The Prosecutor, Chinedu Ogada told the court that one Precious Onyi reported a case of theft involving the defendants at the Kubwa Police Station on May 24. Read more