The trial of Corporal Abu Abolaji, 34, who allegedly killed three men with an accidental discharge of seven shots from his AK-47 rifle, was yesterday adjourned to November 18 for continuation of trial, due to witness’s absence.

Presiding judge, Justice Ebenezer Adebajo ruled: “The defendant was alleged to have discharged seven shots from his AK-47 rifle accidentally, which led to the death of three men in a car.

“I will give the prosecution every chance to prove their case.”

The victims’ names were given as Ibrahim Olojede, Rotimi Philips and Friday Uti.

At the resumed hearing, prosecution counsel, Mr. Olaitan Shoetan, urged the court to adjourn the case since the witness was not in court, but the defence counsel, Mr. Victor Okpala objected and asked the court to adjourn the case for defense.