Two persons have been arraigned before an Ikeja Magistrate Court for alleged theft. The suspects reportedly stole an Apple Iphone belonging to one Rachael Michael.
The phone is said to be valued at N120, 000. The suspects are Mustapha Ide, 22; and Toheeb Owoyemi, 21.
Police prosecutor, Benson Emuehi told the court that the suspects committed the offence on March 4, 2018 at Jakande Bus stop, in the Ajah area of Lagos state. He said the offence contravened and was punishable under Section 412 of the Criminal Law of the state.
The suspects, during their arraignment on Thursday, pleaded ‘not guilty’ to the two count charge of theft preferred against them.
Presiding magistrate, Sule Amizat, granted the suspects bail in the sum of N50, 000 with two sureties. She said the sureties must have verified addresses.
The case was adjourned till June 19, 2018 for mention.