The Take It Back (TIB) Movement Legal Aid Committee has announced the successful discharge of Emmanuel Edoso and Lukmon Isiaka in two separate cases of alleged stealing.
The Committee’s intervention provided legal representation and support for both individuals who maintained their innocence throughout the proceedings.
According to the report provided by the Legal Aid Committee, on Friday, February 21st, 2025, the cases of Commissioner of Police v. Emmanuel Edoso and Commissioner of Police v. Lukmon Isiaka were brought before Magistrate Court 15 in Ogba, Agege. In both cases, the defendants were accused of stealing but lacked legal representation.
Terhemba Kaabega of the Tope Temokun Chambers, acting on behalf of the TIB Legal Aid Committee, provided legal counsel for both Edoso and Isiaka during the proceedings. As a result of the Committee’s dedicated support, the Magistrate Court discharged both individuals.
According to Barrister Bolaji Oluwatosin, also representing the TIB Legal Aid, he made it known while rendering his comments that Emmanuel Edoso and Lukmon Isiaka, have been wrongfully imprisoned in Kirikiri Maximum Facility for five months.
“We are relieved to announce that Emmanuel Edoso and Lukmon Isiaka, who had been wrongfully imprisoned in Kirikiri Maximum Facility for five months, have now been released.
“Our work to address wrongful imprisonment cases continues, and we are actively pursuing justice for several other individuals in similar situations. We will provide updates on these cases in due course, as we remain steadfast in our commitment to upholding the rights of those unjustly detained.”, he said.
The report reads,
“Report on Discharged Cases – Emmanuel Edoso & Lukmon Isiaka
Date: February 22nd, 2025
Prepared By: Legal Aid Committee.
Subject: Report on the Discharge of Emmanuel Edoso and Lukmon Isiaka in Case before Magistrate Court 15, Ogba, Agege.
- Introduction:
This report details the successful conclusion of two cases undertaken by the TIB Legal Aid Committee, involving Emmanuel Edoso and Lukmon Isiaka, both charged with stealing.
The Committee intervened to provide legal representation and support to these individuals, who maintained their innocence. This report outlines the case details, the legal proceedings, and the outcome. - Case Summary:
Case 1: Commissioner of Police v. Emmanuel Edoso:
Emmanuel Edoso was charged with stealing.
The TIB Legal Aid Committee accepted the case based on lack of legal representation.
Case 2: Commissioner of Police v. Lukmon Isiaka:
Lukmon Isiaka was also charged with stealing.
The TIB Legal Aid Committee accepted this case based on lack of legal representation.
Both cases were heard at Magistrate Court 15, Ogba, Agege where Terhemba Kaabega of the Tope Temokun Chambers stood as their legal representative.
- Legal Proceedings:
The TIB Legal Aid Committee provided legal representation to both Emmanuel Edoso and Lukmon Isiaka throughout the duration of their cases.
On Friday, February 21st, 2025, the cases were brought before Magistrate Court 15, Ogba, Agege.
- Outcome:
The Magistrate Court 15, Ogba, Agege, discharged both Emmanuel Edoso(who was already on bail) and Lukmon Isiaka.
This outcome represents a successful resolution of these cases, vindicating the individuals represented by the TIB Legal Aid Committee.
- Analysis and Conclusion:
The discharge of Emmanuel Edoso and Lukmon Isiaka highlights the importance of access to legal representation and the role of the TIB Legal Aid Committee in ensuring justice.”
This successful outcome demonstrates the critical role that the Take It Back Movement Legal Aid Committee plays in advocating for the rights of individuals within the Nigerian legal system.
The Committee remains committed to providing legal assistance to those who cannot afford representation, ensuring that justice is accessible to all Nigerians, regardless of their economic circumstances.
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