Latest news on offa robbery
The Offa Bank Robbery occurred on April 5, 2018, in Offa, Kwara State, Nigeria. Here are some of the latest updates on the case:
Trial Update:
- In October 2020, the trial of the 11 suspects arrested in connection with the robbery began at the Kwara State High Court in Ilorin.
- In November 2020, the prosecution presented its first witness, a police officer who testified about the investigation into the robbery.
- In December 2020, the court adjourned the trial to January 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Developments:
- In January 2021, the police announced that they had arrested two new suspects in connection with the robbery. The suspects, who were arrested in Lagos and Abuja, were identified as Ayoade Akinnibosun and Ibikunle Ogunleye.
- In February 2021, the police claimed that Akinnibosun, one of the new suspects, had confessed to being the mastermind behind the robbery.
Investigation:
- The investigation into the robbery has been ongoing for over three years, and the police have faced criticism for their handling of the case.
- In 2020, the police claimed that they had recovered some of the stolen funds, but the exact amount was not disclosed.
- The investigation has also been marred by allegations of police brutality and human rights abuses.
Victims' Families:
- The families of the victims of the robbery have been seeking justice and compensation for their losses.
- In 2020, the Kwara State government announced that it would provide financial assistance to the families of the victims.
Public Outrage:
- The Offa Bank Robbery sparked widespread outrage and condemnation in Nigeria, with many calling for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
- The robbery was seen as a major security breach and a threat to the stability of the country.
These are some of the latest updates on the Offa Bank Robbery case. The trial is ongoing, and the investigation is still active.