On May 25, Danladi Umar, CCT chairman, adjourned the trial to June 1 for the continuation of cross-examination of the prosecution witness, Michael Wetkas.

But TheCable learnt early Wednesday that the trial would not take place.

According to Ibrahim Alhassan, spokesman of the tribunal, the trial would not take place because of the absence of the key prosecution witness.

Alhassan explained to TheCable that the trial was adjourned – to a yet to be disclosed date – at the instance of the prosecution.

"He said his prime witness one is to appear before another court to testify against another high-profile personality today in Abuja," Mr. Alhassan said.

"Tribunal chairman was initially resistant to the request but we later asked them to make a formal request in writing and suggest a date which the tribunal would look into and take decision at its convenience. As I am writing you, I don’t have the knowledge of whether the letter has come to CCT or not."

The prosecution team is led by Rotimi Jacobs (SAN).

Saraki is facing trial at the CCT for alleged false declaration of assets.