Baba Ijesha’s Counsel: Court will determine the actor’s fate, not social media

 Baba Ijesha’s Counsel: Court will determine the actor’s fate, not social media

By Modupe Shodeinde

One of James Omiyinka, aka Baba Ijesha’s counsel, Bisi Oridate, has said that the court, not social media would eventually decide whether the actor is innocent or guilty of the charges of child molestation and others preferred against him.

Oridate, who is the Head of Chambers of Babatunde Ogala and Co, explained that though the case has gone viral on social media, they believe that the court is a temple of justice and would do what is right.

“The next step is for the prosecution to open their case. And, we would defend along the proof of evidence we have.” He added

When asked about the mental state of Baba Ijesha, Oridate said, “I am not a psychologist and I have not evaluated him. For anybody who has gone through such situation would have some sort of psychological effect but I think he is doing very fine. He is in high spirits.”

The lawyer also dismissed any concern that we the case would have negative impact on the legal team due to public opinion against the actor.

He stated that as lawyers they have taken an oath to defend clients irrespective of public opinion.

“We are not moved by sentiments. Even the court has warned parties in the case to desist from social media trial. The court also warned the media to report accurately, and not to sensationalise the case.” He added.

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