Due to the judges' heavy workload, Gasabo Intermediate Court on Friday, May 24, postponed delivering its verdict in the case involving businessman Jean Nsabimana, commonly known as ‘Dubai,’ and co-defendants Stephen Rwamurangwa, Chretien Raymond Mberabahizi, Jeanne d’Arc Nyirabihogo, and Nkulikiyimfura Theopiste.

The court set May 31 as the new date for the verdict.

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During the last hearing, on April 26, the court discussed the seizure of Nsabimana's properties, as requested by the prosecution. The move stirred controversy, with the defense arguing that there had been no previous list of confiscated properties. Also, Nsabimana's wife asked to be considered in the process.

Nsabimana's legal counsel highlighted alleged obstacles in the confiscation case, arguing the illegality of the property seizure. They challenged the lack of a comprehensive list detailing the confiscated assets since the case's commencement.

Lawyer Pierre Celestin Kubwimana, who is representing Nsabimana, raised complaints citing discrepancies in the prosecution's complaints. He argued that revisions in the complaint led to confusion regarding the charges against his client.