1. I have read through the trial file. I also had the benefit of hearing and seeing all the twelve witnesses testify.
2. I am satisfied, from the material placed on record, that the Republic has established a prima facie case against the accused person. That says that he has a case to answer, to warrant his being put on his defence.
3. The defence hearing shall accordingly happen on 25th June 2025.
RULING DELIVERED, DATED AND SIGNED IN OPEN COURT AT BUSIA ON THIS 29TH DAY OF MAY 2025.
WM MUSYOKA
JUDGE
Mr. Arthur Etyang, Court Assistant.
Advocates
Ms. Achala/Mr. Obimba, Advocates for the accused person.
Mr. Tony Onanda, instructed by the Director of Public Prosecutions, for the Republic.
2. I am satisfied, from the material placed on record, that the Republic has established a prima facie case against the accused person. That says that he has a case to answer, to warrant his being put on his defence.
3. The defence hearing shall accordingly happen on 25th June 2025.
RULING DELIVERED, DATED AND SIGNED IN OPEN COURT AT BUSIA ON THIS 29TH DAY OF MAY 2025.
WM MUSYOKA
JUDGE
Mr. Arthur Etyang, Court Assistant.
Advocates
Ms. Achala/Mr. Obimba, Advocates for the accused person.
Mr. Tony Onanda, instructed by the Director of Public Prosecutions, for the Republic.