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The Digest:

Two bakery workers in Lagos have been sentenced to two weeks of community service after admitting to stealing five loaves of bread from their employer. The case, diverted from traditional prosecution through Lagos State’s restorative justice system, emphasizes reconciliation over punishment for minor offences.

Key Points:
  • The workers were accused of stealing five loaves of bread from their employer
  • The employer initially insisted on formal theft charges in court
  • A district prosecutor redirected the case to the Restorative Justice Centre
  • Mediation resulted in a non-custodial sentence of community service
  • The resolution highlights Lagos’s innovative approach to minor criminal cases
  • Community service began immediately following the agreement
  • The state aims to foster dialogue and accountability through restorative practices
This case underscores a shift toward rehabilitative justice, balancing accountability with compassion for low-level offences.

Sources: Nigerian Tribune