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Bolanle: Defence Seeks No-case Submission, Citing “Lack Of Evidence”
The defence for Darambi Vandi, the police officer accused of shooting and killing Lagos-based lawyer Omobolanle Raheem on Christmas Day, has indicated that they will be submitting a no-case application to dismiss the charges.
Vandi, who has pleaded not guilty to the count charge, made this known to the Lagos High Court at Tafawa Balewa Square.
The announcement was made by Vandi’s counsel, Mr Adetokunbo Odutola, after the prosecution counsel, Lagos State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Moyo Onigbanjo, (SAN), had concluded their case.
During the hearing, the prosecution witness, Dr Williams Olatunde, a pathologist and forensic expert, testified about the post-mortem examination conducted on the deceased and the findings made.
Justice Ibironke Harrison instructed both parties to submit their final written addresses.
“The findings from the external to internal showed that there were multiple defects mainly on the anterior chest wall and one defect from the left axillary fold.
“On internal examination, there were multiple visceral or organ injuries and muscular skeletal injury,” he narrated.
According to him, the specific injuries includes multiple rib fracture, multiple injuries to the intercostal spaces and injuries to both lungs.
The doctor stated that he was able to establish three things; hemorrhagic shock, and destruction of the chest visceral and musculoskeletal tissues which could be the cause of her death.
He said that the defect in the body was caused by the largest shattered bullet fragment.
According to him, the target path of the bullet is determined by the relative positions of all injuries to each other.
He said that the base of the severity of the injuries seen was that the bullet moved at the maximum force which was likely to be a discharge from a close range.
“A bullet could strike an object and bounce in the direction of the body.
“In simple terms, the deceased was pregnant within the period of fewer than three months,” he added.
While being cross-examined, Odutola inquired whether the pathologist could identify the individual responsible for the fatal gunshot in the post-mortem report. The pathologist replied in the negative, stating that he was unable to do so.
In addition, Odutola contended that the witness had relied on media reports when compiling the post-mortem records.
The witness rebuffed this assertion, asserting that all conclusions were based on the autopsy’s findings. He went on to explain that the explosive power of an AK-47 bullet was so immense that it was equivalent to thousands of fire hoses piercing the body.
Following the cross-examination, Harrison adjourned the proceedings until Feb. 28, when the written arguments of the counsel would be presented.
Nollywood actress Annie Idibia has reappeared on social media nearly two months after her widely publicized separation from Nigerian music icon 2Baba.
Her return to Instagram has drawn significant attention, especially after she wiped her account clean, deleting all previous posts.
The actress’ sudden social media reset has fueled speculation about a fresh start, as fans and industry watchers analyze her next move.
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Annie and 2Baba, who share two children, officially ended their marriage in January 2025, following a public announcement by the singer.
Reports indicate that Annie sought rehabilitation after the breakup, while 2Baba has since moved on and is engaged to Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru.
Fans remain eager to see what comes next for the actress.
Nollywood actor Kunle Remi and his wife, Tiwi, are celebrating the arrival of their first child after enduring a difficult medical journey filled with unexpected challenges.
Sharing the news on Instagram on Wednesday, Remi reflected on the trials they faced, including a premature birth that required their baby to spend 80 days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
He also revealed that Tiwi had to be on complete bed rest following a surprising medical discovery, while they both managed demanding schedules and frequent travel.
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“From an early arrival… to the unfolding of God’s perfect timing. Our story is living proof that God is God — unfailing, unwavering, and faithful till the very end,” Remi wrote, expressing gratitude for their journey.
Kunle and Tiwi’s love story captured public attention when the actor proposed during a visit to the U.S. in early 2024.
The couple later tied the knot in a grand wedding in January, attended by many Nollywood stars.
Following the announcement, fans, colleagues, and well-wishers flooded social media with congratulatory messages, celebrating the couple’s resilience and the joyous arrival of their baby.
The public dispute between renowned singer Timi Dakolo and Pastor Femi Lazarus has intensified, with Dakolo now accusing the Light Nation Church founder of profiting from ministry teachings.
The controversy first erupted when the two clashed over whether gospel artistes should charge fees for performing at church events.
Pastor Lazarus, in a widely circulated video, argued that gospel musicians should not demand payment for ministering, insisting that they should trust God for provision rather than seeking financial gain.
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According to him, gospel artistes are not mere entertainers but ministers of the gospel.
Dakolo, however, pushed back against this view, accusing pastors of pressuring gospel singers to offer their services for free.
He defended their right to earn a living, pointing out the financial responsibilities they face.
He also suggested that instead of expecting professional gospel musicians to perform without payment, pastors should focus on developing their church choirs.
Clarifying his stance, Dakolo stated that his response was made out of respect and love. He emphasized that, while he grew up in the church, he does not identify as a gospel artist.
However, he then shifted the discussion by accusing Pastor Lazarus of charging students for enrollment in his ministry school, which provides Christian teachings.
According to Dakolo, the school’s enrollment fee is approximately $150 per student, with about 1,000 students reportedly registered. He backed up his claims by sharing a screenshot that allegedly details the fee structure.
He criticized the pastor for monetizing what he described as a “freely given gift and revelation.”
“All this was said in love and with respect, sir. I am not a gospel artist but a Christian raised in church. Let’s not shift the goal post,” Dakolo stated.
“By your definition, if anyone charges to minister, they are not gospel artists; they are performers. And by that definition, if any preacher charges to teach and minister, they are merchants of hope and motivational speakers too.”
Questioning the structure of the ministry school, he added:
“Sir, you are charging as low as $150 per person for your school of ministry, teaching and preaching Jesus, probably having as much as 1,000 students. Let’s do the maths. You even have premium and standard for God’s house? Are you not selling the gift and revelation freely given to you? Again, let’s not keep shifting the goal post.”
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