FG secures 150 terrorism convictions in two days — AGF

The Federal Government of Nigeria has achieved a significant number of convictions in its ongoing mass terrorism trials, securing approximately 150 convictions within the first two days of a new phase. Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, disclosed this development on Tuesday.

The trials are being conducted concurrently before 10 judges of the Federal High Court in Abuja. Fagbemi reported that the current phase, which began on Monday, saw about 160 trials resulting in roughly 150 convictions on its opening day. Proceedings on Tuesday brought approximately 300 cases before the courts, with an additional 84 expected to conclude by the end of the day.

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Yesterday, we had about 160 trials. I think about 150 convictions.

Fagbemi appealed for public patience as the exercise continues, emphasizing that the initiative demonstrates the government's commitment to justice, accountability, and the rule of law. He reiterated that the ongoing trials send a clear message that the current administration does not tolerate terrorism in any form. This marks the fourth phase of mass terrorism trials conducted since the administration took office.

The prosecution is led by the Attorney-General himself, while the defense team is headed by the Director-General of the Legal Aid Council, Aliyu Abubakar. The current phase of trials is scheduled to run through Thursday, with the overall exercise lasting one week. This follows a previous round in April, during which over 500 alleged terrorists were tried.

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The message is clear, direct and straightforward. It is that the present administration is not taking the issue of terrorism with levity. And that is why you see ongoing trials.