Boko Haram/ISWAP: 150 people convicted of terrorism in Nigeria
The federal government secured 150 convictions out of 160 terrorism cases on the first day of the mass trial proceedings at the Federal High Court, Abuja Division.
The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, stated this on Tuesday while briefing journalists in Abuja on the ongoing trial of over 600 suspects being prosecuted on allegations of terrorism.
“The exercise is still ongoing. It will continue today, tomorrow and on Thursday. Yesterday, about 160 trials were conducted. Nearly 150 convictions were secured,” he said.
According to the AGF, about 300 cases have been handled today.
“Another 84 are expected. “Wherever the process stops today, it will continue tomorrow and also on Thursday.
“The exercise is still in progress. I appeal for patience as we continue to carry out our lawful duty to the nation,” Mr Fagbemi said.
The trial, which usually takes place in Kainji, Niger, was moved to the Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja.
Mr Fagbemi, who is also the Minister of Justice, had said on Monday that the federal government was determined to stamp out terrorism and related activities from the country.
According to the minister, the government will fight with every inch of its blood to ensure that Nigeria becomes a safe haven for everybody.
(NAN)
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