Alleged Kidnapping: Evans Goes For Plea Bargain, Seeks Empathy

By Felix Kuyinu

Belenguared Chukwudimeme Onwuamadike, popularly known as Evans, has filed a plea bargain in his ongoing trial over accusations of kidnapping.

Evans, through his defence counsel, Emefo Etudo, told Justice Adenike Coker, at the High Court in Ikeja, Lagos, said that he is hoping that the state government would consider granting him leniency.

Etudo disclosed that his client, who pleaded not guilty to an amended five-count charge of murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy to commit kidnapping, has applied for a plea bargain.

“Our focus in this matter is the plea bargain, which we have submitted to the state government,” began Etubo.

“My client is now a reformed individual. He was once consumed by crime, but he has turned a new leaf.

“He is currently a 200-level student at the National Open University, excelling academically with an A1 in all his NECO subjects while in prison.

“This was made possible through a scholarship granted by the Federal Government.

“He has also expressed willingness to serve as an ambassador against crime. With this, we have requested permission from the Lagos State Government to visit schools and educate young people about the dangers of criminal activities.”

The case was subsequently adjourned to March 20.