Court adjourns trial of ex-NIMASA boss to 27 May

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Patrick Akpobolokemi and five others are tried for N2.3bn fraud
Patrick Akpobolokemi and five others are tried for N2.3bn fraud
A Federal High Court in Lagos on Tuesday fixed May 27 for continuation of trial of a former Director-General of Nigeria Maritime and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Patrick Akpobolokemi charged with N2.6 billion theft.

Akpobolokemi is standing trial alongside Ezekiel Agaba, Ekene Nwakuche, Governor Juan, Blockz and Stonz Ltd and Al-Kenzo Logistics Ltd before Justice Ibrahim Buba.

They were arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on 22 counts bordering on conversion and theft of N2. 6 billion.

They all pleaded not guilty to the charges.

The case, which was fixed for continuation of trial, was on Tuesday adjourned at the instance of the first accused person.

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When the case was called, counsel to the first accused, Mr Joseph Nwobike (SAN), informed the court of the ill health of his client.

He told the court that his client had complained of a feverish feeling but managed to be present in court.

He then prayed the court for an adjournment.

The judge, Buba, consequently fixed May 27 for continuation of trial.

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