Dino melaye latest court news

Dino Melaye, a Nigerian senator, has been involved in several court cases in recent years. Here are some of the latest court news related to him:

  1. Armed Robbery Charge: In 2018, Melaye was charged with armed robbery and kidnapping by the Kogi State Government. He was accused of being involved in the kidnapping of a former chairman of the Kogi State Local Government Service Commission, Abdullahi Omale, and the armed robbery of a police van. Melaye denied the allegations and was granted bail.
  2. Court Ruling: In 2020, a Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed the armed robbery and kidnapping charges against Melaye. The court ruled that the prosecution failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove the allegations against him.
  3. New Charges: In 2020, Melaye was charged with money laundering and illegal possession of firearms by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He was accused of laundering N242 million and possessing 12 firearms without a license. Melaye denied the allegations and was granted bail.
  4. Court Hearing: In 2022, Melaye's trial on the money laundering and firearms charges began at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The prosecution presented several witnesses, including a former aide to Melaye, who testified that the senator had instructed him to purchase the firearms.
  5. Melaye's Defense: Melaye's defense team argued that the charges against him were politically motivated and that the prosecution had failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove the allegations. They also claimed that the firearms found in Melaye's possession were for his personal security.
  6. Court Ruling: In 2022, the Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned the trial until further notice. The court ruled that the prosecution had failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove the allegations against Melaye and that the case required further investigation.

It's worth noting that Melaye has consistently denied any wrongdoing and has described the charges against him as politically motivated. The case is ongoing, and it's unclear when it will be resolved.