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Convicted billionaire kidnapper Evans re-arraigned, opts for plea bargain
According to NAN, Evans and his co-defendant were scheduled to be re-arrested on a five-count amended charge that included attempted murder, murder, and conspiracy to conduct a felony, including kidnapping.
Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, also known as Evans, the billionaire kidnapper who was convicted, and Joseph Emeka, his co-defendant, who was accused of attempted kidnapping and murder, have agreed to a plea deal.
When the case was brought for re-arraignment on Thursday, the state’s lead attorney, Mr. Yusuf Sule, reportedly told the court about the plea bargain alternative, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
A re-arraignment in front of Justice Adenike Cokers of the Ikeja High Court was requested for this matter.
According to NAN, Evans and his co-defendant were scheduled to be re-arrested on a five-count amended charge that included attempted murder, murder, and conspiracy to conduct a felony, including kidnapping.
Sule informed the court that the case was for re-arraignment but he was aware the defendants have applied for plea.
The prosecutor, however, said the plea bargain terms were being considered by the Attorney-General of Lagos State, Mr Lawal Pedro (SAN).
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