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Court of Appeal Frees Dr. Olaleye: Is Justice Truly Served?

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
November 29, 2024
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Court of Appeal Frees Dr. Olaleye: Is Justice Truly Served?
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The Court of Appeal in Lagos has overturned the life sentence handed to Dr. Olufemi Olaleye, the Medical Director of Optimal Cancer Care Foundation. Convicted by the Lagos State Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court for defiling his wife’s 16-year-old niece, Dr. Olaleye is now a free man, and the legal world is left questioning how such a controversial case unraveled.

Justice Olukayode Bada, delivering the lead judgment supported by Justices Mohammed Ibrahim Sirajo and Folasade Ayodeji Ojo, did not hold back in criticizing the trial court’s handling of the case. According to the appellate court, the evidence relied upon by the trial court was not just flawed but outright “tainted” and “unreliable.” The testimony of Dr. Olaleye’s estranged wife, Oluremi, and the alleged survivor was riddled with contradictions that should never have been the foundation for such a grave conviction.

The court also slammed the prosecution for its sloppy work. Critical evidence presented by a child forensic specialist, a medical doctor from the Mirabel Centre, and the investigating officer was dismissed as “worthless.” The judges questioned how such questionable evidence even made it past scrutiny.

One of the most damning aspects of the judgment was the appellate court’s observation that the trial judge, Justice Rahman Oshodi, essentially stepped into the prosecution’s shoes. The court said he “descended into the arena” to fill glaring gaps in the prosecution’s case. This interference, according to the appellate judges, was unacceptable and compromised the integrity of the trial.

The court of appeal highlighted the prosecution’s failure to present key witnesses who were said to have been present during Dr. Olaleye’s alleged confession. If these witnesses existed, why weren’t they brought forward? The court also noted that the trial should have included a trial-within-a-trial to determine whether the so-called confession, made after six days in detention, was given voluntarily. Dr. Olaleye claimed it was made under duress, and the appellate court agreed this aspect was improperly handled.

The Court of Appeal also resolved all five issues raised in the appeal in favor of Dr. Olaleye and against the prosecution. The judgment exposes significant flaws in the investigation and trial process, raising questions about the competence of those tasked with delivering justice in such sensitive cases.

For now, Dr. Olaleye walks free, but the public trust in the justice system may not recover as easily. The case highlights the need for thorough investigations and unbiased trials to ensure that justice, when served, is beyond reproach. “Fiat justitia ruat caelum”(Let justice prevail, even if the heavens fall)

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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