The court adjourned the matter until June 23 to continue the trial.
Mr Kokumo said porous borders, illicit local arms production and leakages from government stockpiles remained major sources of illegal weapons in circulation.
The NSA said Nigeria’s territorial integrity and national stability remained closely linked to the effectiveness of its border security architecture.
He said the government is working to eliminate bandits and terrorists across the country.
Mr Gumi has repeatedly pushed back against U.S. government involvement in combating insecurity in Nigeria.
Mr Wesley described Mr Salihu as a credible candidate for the party.
Kaja Kallas, the EU’s high representative for foreign affairs and security policy, made the pledge on Monday during a meeting with Bola Tinubu at his Lagos residence.
“The goal of the progressive elders council is peace, unity and understanding,” the group stated.
The president is expected to return to Nigeria at the conclusion of the state visit.
Ms Vyas said the United Kingdom was proud to support Nigeria in confronting the persistent threat posed by IEDs.
