Man Bags Life Sentence for Armed Robbery in Ekiti!

Man Bags Life Sentence for Armed Robbery in Ekiti!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

A 27-year-old man, Alex Peter, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Ekiti State High Court in Ado Ekiti for armed robbery.

What We Know:

• The judgment was delivered on Wednesday, October 23, 2025.
• The convict was found guilty of robbing a commercial motorcyclist at gunpoint in 2021, dispossessing him of his motorcycle and valuables.
• The prosecution presented witnesses and forensic evidence linking Peter to the crime scene.
• Justice Blessing Ajileye held that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.

Why It Matters:

• The verdict reinforces the state’s zero-tolerance stance on violent crimes.
• It signals the judiciary’s role in strengthening public safety and deterring armed robbery.
• The sentencing follows a series of recent judgments aimed at curbing insecurity in Ekiti State.

Sources:

1. The Nation – “Ekiti Court Sentences Man to Life Imprisonment for Armed Robbery”
2. Vanguard Nigeria – Ekiti Judiciary Watch, Oct. 2025
3. Channels TV – Court Updates, Ado Ekiti Division

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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