Abuja mass trial: FG secures 150 convictions of terrorists on 1st day

The Federal Government secured 150 convictions out of 160 terrorism trials on the first day of the mass trial proceedings at the Federal High Court in Abuja.

Mr Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), made this known on Tuesday while briefing newsmen at the Federal High Court in Abuja, in the ongoing trial of over 600 suspects being prosecuted for terrorism offences.

“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,” Fagbemi said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the trial, which usually takes place at Kainji in Niger, was moved to the Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja.

Fagbemi, who is also the Minister of Justice, on Monday said the Federal Government was determined to stamp out terrorism and related activities in the country.

According to the minister, we will fight with every inch of our blood to ensure that Nigeria becomes a safe haven for everyone.

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