The Alowa of Ilowa in Obokun Local Government of Osun State, Oba Adebukola Alli, alleged to have raped a female corps member, has been barred from travelling out of the country by an Osogbo Magistrate’s Court, pending the determination of the case.
At the resumed sitting yesterday, Defence Counsel Tewo Lamuye sought the abridgment of the trial to allow his client travel abroad for medical check up.
Prosecution Counsel Olufemi Adedokun also said the victim had limited time to spend in the state and prayed the court to speed up trial.
Magistrate Adewumi Makanjuola granted the abridgment from August 11, the previous adjournment date, to tomorrow, May 27.
He ordered the accused to remain in the country until the case is concluded.
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