The Lagos High Court has sentenced Drambi Vandi, an assistant superintendent of police to death by hanging for killing Bolanle Raheem, a prominent female lawyer.
Mr Vandi, who had pleaded not guilty to the murder charges, was brought before the Lagos State High Court at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) annex for a one-count charge of murder on Monday.
The tragic incident occurred on December 25 when Raheem Bolanle was allegedly shot dead by Officer Vandi in the Ajah area of Lagos.
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The victim was returning home from a Christmas outing with her family when the horrifying shooting transpired.
This Christmas Day killing drew condemnation from diverse segments of society, including the political elite.
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