Akanbi Trial Delayed as Prosecution Is Ordered to Provide Defence Documents

The trial of Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi and others at the Lagos State High Court was delayed after the prosecution had not provided documents requested by the defence, including the police investigation report. The defence said the materials were needed to prepare for cross-examination. Its formal request listed 17 documents and was filed on 4 November 2026. After a case-management session to identify the requested documents and check their availability, the court ordered the prosecution to serve all agreed documents by 15 November. The court retained hearing dates of 19 and 25 November and added 9 December for further proceedings. Supporters gathered at the court, and the crowd cheered as Akanbi was taken away in an ambulance. Falana was absent, while Olumide Fusika appeared for the legal team observing proceedings.

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