Dapo Davies, a 57-year-old man, has been arraigned in court on a two-count charge for writing a frivolous petition and giving false testimony under oath. The charges were filed by the Attorney General of Oyo State ¹.
According to the charges, Davies allegedly wrote a petition to the Task Force Unit of Oyo State Real Properties Protection Law, knowing the claims were false. This offense falls under Section 12 of the Real Properties Protection Law of Oyo State, 2016 ¹.
Additionally, Davies is accused of giving false testimony under oath to institute judicial proceedings against Kamilu Orotoye. This offense is punishable under Section 88 of the Criminal Code Law of Oyo State, Cap 38, Laws of Oyo State ¹.
The charges were read out in the Oyo State Chief Magistrates Court, sitting in Ibadan, presided over by Magistrate M. Olasimibo. Davies pleaded not guilty to both charges ¹.
Magistrate Olasimibo granted Davies bail in the sum of one million naira, with two sureties required. The sureties must be gainfully employed, and their addresses verified ¹.
The bail conditions highlight the court’s emphasis on ensuring Davies’ accountability. By requiring employed sureties, the court seeks to minimize flight risk ¹.
The case has been adjourned until January 9, 2025, for hearing. This allows time for both prosecution and defense to prepare their arguments ¹.
Davies’ not-guilty plea indicates his intention to contest the charges. The upcoming hearing will determine the validity of the allegations ¹.
The Oyo State judiciary’s handling of this case demonstrates its commitment to addressing false testimony and frivolous petitions, maintaining integrity within the legal system ¹.
