In court

Man pleads guilty to robbery

BY ROMINAH FAKA A man has pleaded guilty to robbery before the court. Ali Temoana appeared in court yesterday before Principal Magistrate Elma Veenah Rizzu Hilly. Mr Temoana was charged with one count of robbery. Prosecution told court that they…

Election candidate faces court

BY ROMINAH FAKA An election candidate is facing court for allegedly failing to acquit his campaign spending. Philip Silas Ika Junior appeared in court yesterday before Principal Magistrate Elma Veenah Rizzu Hilly for his plea. However, the defendant could not…

Trial against 2 cops adjourned

BY ROMINAH FAKA Trial against two police officers has adjourned. The presiding magistrate moved the matter to allow court to complete another part-heard trial this week. Case against officers, Lawrence Moli and John Tautai, was thus adjourned for September 11…

Man awaits fate

BY ROMINAH FAKA A man facing charges of stealing is awaiting his fate as magistrates sort themselves out over who will be available to announce the verdict. Thomas Fegan Walter is facing one count of stealing. His case was mentioned…