A junior lawyer in Keyamo’s chambers, John Ainetor, said his boss was sacked on Wednesday at the resumed hearing of the case before the Federal High Court in Abuja.
The prosecution, led by Alex Izinyon (SAN), was to open its case against Okah and his co-accused, Obi Nwanbueze, when Ainetor broke the news.
He told the court that Okah called Keyamo on the phone on 7 October and told him to stop representing them (the accused).
Ainetor also informed the court that about six weeks ago, Okah’s sister made a similar call, debriefing Keyamo.
Ainetor, who had appeared for the defence since 2010, consequently announced the withdrawal of their appearance for the accused.
Izinyon confirmed that Keyamo informed him about the development, but expressed discomfort that after four years the accused just realised they no longer required the services of their lawyer.
He described the development as curious and urged the court to note Keyamo’s absence, saying it should allow the prosecution to call its witnesses and proceed with the case.
Justice Gabriel Kolawole allowed an adjournment, but expressed displeasure on the delay in the case.
He adjourned the trial till 3 December.
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