The Nigerian churchman appears to be a rugby fan today.
In yet another bizarre turn in the trial of controversial Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso on s.e.xual offence charges, he rocked up at court in Port Elizabeth wearing Springbok colours.
Omotoso and his two co-accused Zukiswa Sitho and Lusanda Sulani have arrived in court. #sabcnews pic.twitter.com/j9vkIHT8My
— Lerato Fekisi (@LThipa) November 21, 2019
He is known for his flamboyant, colourful outfits, along with being accused of rape and human trafficking.
He and his co-accused are facing 63 charges and 34 alternative charges, which include rape, s.e.xual assault, and racketeering after the Supreme Court of Appeal last month dismissed an application brought by Omotoso and co-accused Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho, challenging the jurisdiction of the Port Elizabeth High Court on some charges.
The SCA stated that “the application is dismissed on the grounds that there are no reasonable prospects of success and there is no other compelling reason why an appeal should be heard”.
The trial therefore resumes today after months of delay.
In a blow to the state earlier this year, the trial had to start from scratch after the first judge recused himself.
All evidence that had so far been heard by the court – including the stirring testimony given by Cheryl Zondi – would have to be presented afresh.
Controversial Nigerian Pastor #Omotoso arrived in a Port Elizabeth court wearing @Springboks colors 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/7Qch06ICMe
— Xololwabantu Madikizela (@suthumadikizela) November 21, 2019
In other news – Lulu Hela leaving Isidingo
World over, the viewer, actoress bond has been soo great that when a character is switched off the set it leaves viewers gripped with the sorrow, full of emotions, such is the case with former Isidingo actress Lulu Hela, who was announced her departure from the show.
Lulu has spoken out that she is leaving SABC 3’s popular soapie, Isidingo where she played the role of Mpumi. She took it to Instagram to break the sad news, and the announcement has broken some hearts. continue reading
Source: The Citizen
