The Lagos State High Court at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) has postponed the trial of Andrew Ominikoron, the Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) driver accused of killing 22-year-old fashion designer Oluwabamise Ayanwola. The case, which was set for the adoption of final written addresses, has now been adjourned to February 10, 2025, due to the Defence Counsel’s failure to submit his address on time.
Justice Sherifat Sonaike made the decision after the defendant’s lawyer, Mr. Abayomi Omotubora, failed to appear in court, citing ill health. The case was originally scheduled for November 29, 2024, but was delayed due to Omotubora’s absence. When the matter was called, State Counsel Mrs. M.F. Salau informed the court that the necessary written addresses had not been submitted, despite being overdue. She expressed concern over the unexplained delay and asked for a new date.
In response, Justice Sonaike urged the prosecution to file their written address and pointed out that there had been no communication from Omotubora regarding his absence or the delayed submission.
The case, which has seen multiple delays, will now resume on February 10, 2025, for the final adoption of written addresses, marking another significant point in the high-profile trial.
