Justice Rahman Oshodi of an Ikeja Special Offences and Domestic Violence Court has sentenced a man, Elistan Kumagbo to life imprisonment for defiling two sisters, aged 8 and 4.
While sentencing the convict , Justice Oshodi held that the prosecution had proven the case of defilement and sexual assault by penetration beyond reasonable doubt.
The convict committed the crime on February 6, 2021 at No 34 Olowolagba street Yaba Lagos state.
Elistan was arraigned on May 4, 2022 and pleaded not guilty.
Delivering judgment in the matter, Justice Oshodi found him guilty as charged.
The judge noted that the two sisters who are the victims.
gave a detailed and corroborating evidence on the matter.
The judge also noted that the convicts oral confession to the father in his presence, confessional statement at the police station during investigation and medical reports confirmed sexual abuse.
“Elistan Kumagbo you have been found guilty of two serious offences against children, one is defilement of an 8-year old girl and sexual assault by penetration of a 4-year old girl.
“You exploited their vulnerability and betrayed the trust of their family. During the criminal trial I heard evidence of how you repeatedly subjected these young girls to sexual abuse.
“You have shown no remorse for your actions, throughout your trial. You denied knowing these children.
“Section 137 of the Criminal Law prescribe life imprisonment, Section 261 of the Criminal Law prescribe life imprisonment for sexual assault by penetration.
“Having considered the circumstances of these case I hereby sentenced you as follows, count one you’re sentenced to life imprisonment, on count two you’re sentenced to life imprisonment. The sentences shall run concurrently.”
Justice Rahman Oshodi also ordered that his name should be registered as a sex offender.
During trial, the prosecution called five witnesses while the convict testified for himself.
