Akanbi Murder Trial: Why His Bail Application Has Yet to Be Heard

The murder trial involving Alhaji Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi has generated intense public debate, especially on social media. However, the record presented in this account argues that his substantive bail application has not been heard or decided by the trial court. The article distinguishes between Akanbi’s pending bail application, an earlier habeas corpus case over prolonged police detention, and later applications seeking permission to hear the bail matter during the court vacation. It also raises concerns about his reported health challenges while in custody and the handling of his medical treatment. It further cautions against treating online commentary, press briefings, and circulated recordings as substitutes for evidence tested in court. Regardless of the allegations, the article argues that Akanbi is entitled to due process and the constitutional presumption of innocence until a court reaches a verdict.

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