Evans' trial stalled due to judge's absence
A judge reportedly had an event to attend to when suspected kidnapper Evans was to be arraigned in court. This has caused his trial to be adjourned.
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Channels News confirmed his appearance at the Lagos State High Court on Friday, October 19, 2018.
Justice Oluwatoyin Taiwo who was expected to preside over the trial was reported to be attending an event marking a new legal year.
The case has been adjourned till November 5, 2018, as a result.
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Evans has been accused of kidnapping an individual identified as Mr Sylvanus Ahamonu.
He reportedly held him hostage for at least nine weeks and collected a $420,000 ransom from his family.
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