Lagos clears 253 suspected arsonists, to prosecute 92
The Lagos State Directorate of Public Prosecutions has cleared and ordered the release of 253 of the persons arrested in connection with the mayhem unleashed on the state, including burning of properties, in the aftermath of the #EndSARS protests.
The State’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), however, said 92 of the persons arrested would be prosecuted as there was a prima facie case against them.
“The directorate has been able to dispatch legal advice in respect of 81 persons that are being charged to the various courts, while others would be dispatched to court on Monday, 9th November 2020.
“In the meantime, two cases filed in respect of 16 persons have been advised for further investigation by the police”.