There was a heavy security presence on Monday, November 4, at the Oyo State High Court at Ring Road, Ibadan, as the former Chairman of the Park Management System’s (PMS) Disciplinary Committee, Alhaji Mukaila Lamidi, popularly known as Auxiliary, was brought for trial.

Security around the court premises was tight, with patrol vans positioned strategically and a mix of uniformed and plain-clothed officers from the police and Amotekun Corps stationed at key areas.

This heightened security underscores the gravity of the charges against Auxiliary, which include armed robbery, murder, attempted murder, and illegal possession of firearms, notably an AK-47 assault rifle and two SMG rifles with magazines.

The charges, outlined in a 17-count charge sheet, fall under the Robbery and Firearms (Special Provisions) Act, CAP RII, Vol.14, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004.

The case, numbered i/74c/2024, is being heard before Justice Olabisi Adetujoye in Court 5.

Auxiliary’s arrival in court was closely monitored, with Executive Assistant on Security to Governor Seyi Makinde, Cmpl Sunday Odukoya (rtd), also present.

Proceedings are expected to commence shortly, with the trial drawing widespread attention due to Auxiliary’s high-profile role and the serious nature of the charges.