Evans the kidnapper latest news

Evans the kidnapper, whose real name is Chukwudumeje George Onwuamadike, is a Nigerian businessman and kidnapper who was arrested in 2017 for his involvement in a series of high-profile kidnappings in Lagos, Nigeria. Here are some of the latest news updates on Evans the kidnapper:

  1. Evans' trial continues: Evans is currently standing trial at the Lagos State High Court for the kidnapping of several individuals, including a businessman, his wife, and their two children. The trial has been ongoing since 2017, with Evans' lawyers arguing that the evidence against him is weak and that he was framed by the police.
  2. Evans' assets seized: In 2017, the Nigerian government seized several assets belonging to Evans, including a mansion in Lagos, a hotel, and several cars. The assets were valued at over N1 billion (approximately $2.7 million).
  3. Evans' wife arrested: In 2018, Evans' wife, Uchenna Onwuamadike, was arrested by the police for allegedly helping her husband to evade arrest. She was later released on bail.
  4. Evans' accomplices arrested: Several of Evans' accomplices have been arrested and charged in connection with the kidnappings. One of his accomplices, Chukwuma Nwosu, was sentenced to life imprisonment in 2020.
  5. Evans' family members arrested: In 2020, several members of Evans' family, including his mother and siblings, were arrested by the police for allegedly helping him to evade arrest and for their involvement in the kidnappings.
  6. Evans' health issues: In 2020, Evans was hospitalized for several weeks after he fell ill in prison. He was later transferred to a hospital in Lagos for further treatment.
  7. Evans' appeal: In 2020, Evans' lawyers filed an appeal against his conviction and sentence, arguing that the trial was unfair and that the evidence against him was weak. The appeal is still pending.

It's worth noting that the Nigerian government has been criticized for its handling of the Evans case, with some arguing that the trial has been slow and that Evans has been given preferential treatment in prison.