A barrister has said that gospel singer Oluwatimileyin Ajayi could still go scot-free

 

A barrister has said that gospel singer Oluwatimileyin Ajayi could still go scot-free despite videos showing him openly confessing to killing Salome Eleojo Adaidu. 

In a detailed post, the lawyer gave reasons, saying the law does not run on emotions. 

He shared what the law requires the judge to do in court even if the gospel singer pleads guilty.

In the case of gospel singer Oluwatimileyin Ajayi, who has reportedly confessed to the murder of Salome Eleojo Adaidu, it’s important to understand how Nigerian law treats confessional statements. According to Section 28 of the Evidence Act 2011, a confession is defined as “an admission made at any time by a person charged with a crime, stating or suggesting the inference that he committed the crime.”

For a confession to be admissible in court, it must be proven that the statement was made voluntarily, without any form of inducement, threat, or promise from a person in authority. If there’s evidence suggesting that the confession was obtained through coercion or improper influence, the court is obligated to exclude it.

Even if a confession is admitted, the court must seek corroborative evidence to support the confession before it can form the basis of a conviction. This means that the prosecution must present additional evidence linking the accused to the crime, ensuring that the confession aligns with other facts and circumstances of the case.

In Ajayi’s situation, despite his alleged confession, the court will meticulously evaluate the circumstances under which the confession was made and look for supporting evidence before determining his guilt. This approach underscores the principle that the legal process must be thorough and just, ensuring that convictions are based on reliable and corroborated evidence rather than solely on an individual’s admission.