An 18-year-old girl, Rukayat Ashiru, has been arraigned before the Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly drugging her boyfriend, Waris Olamilekan, and stealing N4 million from his account.
According to the police prosecutor, PC Olapeju Durodola, Rukayat and her accomplices, who are still at large, allegedly spiked Waris’ drink, making him unconscious before withdrawing the money. The incident occurred on November 30, 2024, in Ibadan. Rukayat pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiracy and stealing.
Chief Magistrate Olabisi Ogunkanmi granted her bail at N2 million, requiring two sureties, one of whom must own property in the court’s jurisdiction. The case has been adjourned to May 26, 2025.