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Lagos Govt Orders Release Of 253 #EndSARS Protesters

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The Lagos State Attorney-General (AG), Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), has ordered the release of 253 persons arrested by police over their alleged roles in the unrest following the #EndSARS protests.

The AG, in a statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr. Kayode Oyekanmi, on Sunday, said that his office had determined that there was a nondisclosure of a prima-facie case against the 253 persons by the police.

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However, he said 92 persons would, be prosecuted.

Onigbanjo noted the police had, between November 4 and 5, forwarded 40 case files to the Directorate of Public Prosecution (DPP) in respect of the 361 persons arrested in respect of crimes that occurred in connection with the protests.

He said legal advice has been issued in respect of all the 40 case files received.

The statement read in part: “As at November 6, the Directorate has been able to despatch legal advice in respect of 81 persons that are being charged to the various courts.

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“The others will be despatched to court on Monday November 9.

“Out of the 361 persons, the DPP shall be prosecuting 92 persons for different offences ranging from arson, stealing, breaking into buildings, armed robbery and murder.

“The office has advised that 253 persons be released forthwith for non-disclosure of a prima facie case.

“In the meantime, two case files in respect of 16 persons have been advised for further investigation by the police.”

The Attorney General assured members of the public that his office would ensure that those arrested by the police are treated in accordance with the due process of the law.

Onigbanjo also noted that his office remained committed to maintaining the rule of law and ensuring peace and order in the state.

Tags: #EndSARS protestsDirector of Public AffairsDirectorate of Public Prosecution (DPP)Lagos State Attorney-General (AG)Lagos State Ministry of JusticeMr. Kayode OyekanmiMr. Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN)
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