Three to Die by Hanging for Robbing 87-Year-Old Woman in Ekiti!

Three to Die by Hanging for Robbing 87-Year-Old Woman in Ekiti!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

An Ekiti State High Court sitting in Ado Ekiti has sentenced three men to death by hanging for robbing an 87-year-old woman at gunpoint in her residence.

What We Know:

• The convicts — Seun Ogunleye (30), Goke Adeyemi (25), and Sola Ajayi (28) — were found guilty of armed robbery.
• They reportedly broke into the victim’s house in Ido-Ekiti, tied her up, and stole valuables including cash and jewelry.
• The incident occurred in April 2022. The court ruled that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.

Quote:

“The defendants are hereby sentenced to death by hanging for the offence of armed robbery,”
— Justice Olusegun Ogunyemi

Why It Matters:

• The case reflects Nigeria’s continued application of capital punishment for violent crimes.
• It raises legal and ethical debates on the use of the death penalty.
• The court’s firm stance signals deterrence against targeting vulnerable elderly citizens.

What to Watch:

• Possible appeals from the defence team.
• Human rights advocacy responses to the death sentence.
• Ongoing debate around Nigeria’s capital punishment laws.

Sources:

1. Ekiti State Judiciary Ruling – Oct. 28, 2025
2. Punch – “Three Sentenced to Death for Robbing Elderly Woman in Ekiti”
3. Vanguard News – “Ekiti Court Delivers Death Sentence in Armed Robbery Case”

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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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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