Driver accused of beating Policeman
A 45-year-old driver was yesterday arraigned before an Abuja Magistrates’ Court for allegedly beating a Policeman on duty at Maitama, Abuja.
Ajibo Emmanuel of Dutsen-Alhaji was charged with assault, an offence contrary to Section 265 of the Penal Code
Prosecutor Udeh David told the court that on February 2, one Corporal Yakubu Ahmed reported at Wuse Police Station that while he was controlling traffic at Maitama Junction, the accused contravened traffic rules and he ordered him to stop.
He said the accused disobeyed the order and held the policeman by his uniform, thereby engaging him in a brawl.
When the charge was read to the accused, he pleaded not guilty and the prosecutor asked for a hearing date.
Magistrate Musa I. Jobbo granted the accused bail in the sum of N50,000 with a reliable surety in like sum, who must reside within the court’s jurisdiction.
Daily Trust Friday, February 3, 2012
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By Itodo Daniel Sule
