IN a surprising turn of events, convicted billionaire kidnapper Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike (popularly known as Evans), along with his co-accused, Joseph Emeka, have opted for a plea bargain in their high-profile kidnapping case.
During the call for re-arraignment before Justice Adenike Cokers of a Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja, the state lead counsel, Mr Yusuf Sule disclosed the plea bargain request to the court.
The defendants were set to be re-arraigned on an amended five-count charge including murder, attempted murder, conspiracy to commit felony (kidnapping), and attempted murder.
Sule informed the court, “The case was for re-arraignment, but I am aware that the defendants have applied for a plea.”
Additionally, Sule mentioned that the terms of the plea bargain were currently under consideration by the Attorney-General of Lagos State, Mr Lawal Pedro (SAN).
The plea bargain option signifies a potential shift in the legal proceedings, offering the defendants an opportunity to negotiate lesser charges or reduced sentences in exchange for admitting guilt and cooperating with the prosecution.
As the case progresses, the outcome of the plea bargain negotiations will likely have significant implications for Evans and his co-accused, potentially leading to a resolution that balances justice with the interests of all parties involved.
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