The trial will be presided by Deputy Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika from 1.30pm today.
The accused to stand trial are Samson Banaso, Casper Louis, Bore Burom, Alphonse Samson, Hubert Korede, Stewart Korina, Gelison William and Sonix Alowale.
Paul Steven, whose matter is also set for trial today, raised issues about his legal representation this morning. His matter is now pending legal representation.