Actor Baba Ijesa released from prison
The Nollywood actor, Olarenwaju Omiyinka , popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has been released from prison after five years, having earlier being sentenced to 16 years by the Lagos High Court in July 2022 after finding him guilty on multiple counts relating to the assault of a 14-year-old girl.
Penpushing reports that the release of the convict followed the Court of Appeal judgment that overturned his conviction for the sexual assault of a minor, however, in circulated video the comic actor was seen sitting in a vehicle shortly after his release, expressing relief and noting that he needed rest.
”Apase, I’m out… I just came out. I want to relax. I just want to leave here so I decided to inform you. Thank you for supporting me. I will call you’, Baba Ijesa was heard saying in the circulated video
Penpushing further reports that Nollywood actor and activist, Yomi Fabiyi confirming Baba Ijesa release welcomed the Appeal Court’s judgment in a post on Instagram, saying the ruling had brought clarity to what he described as a mishandled case.
The activist said the decision clears the actor and urged the public and authorities to handle sensitive allegations with care adding that the lengthy legal battle underscored the need for fairness, due process and protection of rights in all cases involving minors.
“He is not just back but better. The lengthy legal battle underscored the need for fairness, due process and protection of rights in all cases involving minors. We never and will never condone or support any form of sexual abuse, let alone on children or minors. “We will continue to advocate for justice and protection of fundamental human rights,
Penpushing also reports that it was gathered that the appeal court in its judgment, held that the evidence tendered was insufficient to sustain the earlier conviction, leading to Baba Ijesha’s release.
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