Lagos State Government re-arraigned Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, popularly known as Evans, before the Lagos High Court in Ikeja for the alleged murder of two police officers, Peter Nweke and Chijioke Ngozi. Evans and his co-defendant, Joseph Emeka, pleaded not guilty to the five-count charge bordering on murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy to commit kidnapping.
Key Details:
– Alleged Offense: Murder of two police officers on August 27, 2013, in Festac Town, Lagos
– Charges: Five-count charge, including murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy to commit kidnapping
– Previous Convictions: Evans has already been convicted in two separate cases and is facing trial in five different criminal cases
– Next Court Date: November 19 for hearing and issuance of witness summons
Evans is currently serving a life sentence for kidnapping and has been in custody since his arrest in 2017. The case highlights the ongoing efforts of the Lagos State Government to prosecute high-profile offenders.
