The Digest:
In Osogbo, Akeem Jimoh, a 28-year-old auto mechanic, was sentenced to three years in prison for stealing 17 tubers of yams worth N35,000. The crime occurred in July, and Jimoh admitted to the theft in court, citing hunger as his reason.
Key Points:
- Akeem Jimoh stole 17 tubers of yams valued at N35,000.
- The theft took place behind Africa Primary School, Osogbo, on July 25, 2025.
- Jimoh pleaded guilty and had no legal representation.
- The defendant had previously served a three-year jail term for another offense.
- Jimoh confessed the theft was due to hunger.
- The magistrate sentenced him to three years with hard labor, without an option of a fine.
- The court emphasized that the act violated Section 390 (9) of the Criminal Code.
Jimoh’s three-year sentence highlights the stark realities faced by individuals driven to crime due to desperation. The case serves as a reminder of the broader socioeconomic issues at play, including hunger and poverty.
Sources: Channels TV
