Judge Withdraws From Trial Of Ex-bayelsa Gov’s Aide

Justice Iniekadi Eradiri, of a Bayelsa High Court on Monday, recused himself from the trial of Chief Richard Kpodo, a former aide to ex-Gov. Timippre Sylva. Kpodo is charged with alleged r#pe of a 26-year female cashier.Ruling on the petition on Monday, Eradiri, said that he was constrained to hands-off the case to pave way for the investigation by the NJC.“I feel strongly that I via IFTTT