In a recent development at the Chief Magistrate’s Court in Yaba, Lagos, an application by the Nigeria Police Force seeking to arraign renowned Afrobeats singer, Seun Kuti, over an alleged assault on a police officer, has been dismissed. Magistrate Adeola Olatunbosun adjourned the case until July 3 to await legal advice from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) on the matter.
Dismissal of Police Application: The court rejected the application put forth by the police counsel to arraign Seun Kuti, as they had preferred a charge against him. The defense, led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, vehemently opposed the move, highlighting that the police had disregarded previous court orders and acted in contempt.