The trial of the five suspects linked to the Rivers House of Assembly burning on Dec. 29, 2023, was adjourned in a Federal High Court, Abuja, until March 19.
This delay resulted from Mr. Lukman Fagbemi, SAN, representing two defendants, revealing that the prosecution filed a counter affidavit with serious allegations.
Fagbemi contested the charge’s competence and the court’s territorial jurisdiction, requiring more time to assess and respond.
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Despite the Inspector-General of Police’s counter affidavit, the judge noted its absence in the court file and scheduled the next trial continuation for March 19.
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The five defendants accused of terrorism and murder, remain in custody since their Jan. 25 arraignment.
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