A 23-year-old Ondo farmer, Godwin Onah, was sentenced to one year in prison for stealing and damaging a Tecno Spark 8 phone valued at N150,000. The Chief Magistrates Court in Odigbo convicted Onah after he admitted guilt to theft and malicious damage under Ondo State criminal laws.
A 23-year-old farmer, Godwin Onah, has been sentenced to one year in prison by the Chief Magistrates Court in Odigbo, Ondo State, after pleading guilty to charges of stealing and damaging a mobile phone. The phone, a Tecno Spark 8, was valued at N150,000 and belonged to one James Femi.
The court proceedings revealed that Onah had unlawfully taken the phone and caused significant damage to it. Inspector Usifoh James, the prosecutor, stated that the defendant's confession made further evidence unnecessary, as it established his guilt.
Onah was convicted for violating Section 390 (9) and 451 of the Criminal Code, Cap 37, Vol.1, Laws of Ondo State, which address theft and malicious damage. The Chief Magistrate, Festus Akinlolu, handed down the sentence, with both charges running concurrently.
This conviction serves as a reminder of the legal consequences of theft and property damage in Ondo State, highlighting the importance of adhering to the law. Onah’s case demonstrates the state's commitment to ensuring that justice is served in cases of theft, irrespective of the defendant’s background. The sentence has sparked discussions about the effectiveness of law enforcement in curbing criminal activities in the region.
