don’t work for them. I trust the defendants that is why I believe they don’t involve themselves in kidnapping. O. Badejo Esq: That is all. Court: Re-examination Dr. M.H. Adamu Esq: No re-examination. Court: The witness is discharged. Dr. M.H. Adamu Esq: That is the defence of the defendants and we therefore apply for counsel to file written address and we have agreed to the 22/2/2024 for adoption of written address of counsel. Court: This matter is hereby adjourned to 22/2/2024 for adoption of counsel’s respective written addresses. Defendants be further remanded. Signed Hon. Justice Mohammed Mohammed (Judge) 31/1/2024 Court resumed today 22/2/2024 Appearances: O. Badejo Esq. with A.M. Dingyadi Esq. for the prosecution. Dr. M.H. Adamu Esq. for the defendants. O. Badejo Esq: The matter is for adoption of final written address and we are ready. Dr. M.H. Adamu Esq: I am also ready. Court: Proceed. Dr. M.H. Adamu Esq: The defendants’ final address was filed on the 13/2/2024 and we adopt same as our final legal submission urging the court to discharge and acquit the defendants in respect of all the charges. Page 29 of 31

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