FG convicts 653 suspects in mass terrorism trials — AGF
The Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, says 653 suspects have been convicted in the ongoing 11th phase of mass terrorism trials in Nigeria Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-convicts-653-suspects-in-mass-terrorism-trials-agf/
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi SAN, announced on Friday that 653 suspects have been convicted in the ongoing mass trials of terrorism suspects at the Federal High Court. During the 11th phase of the mass trials, which took place from October 19 to 24, 1,060 suspects were brought before the court.
As of 12:15 p.m. on Friday, 880 cases had been handled, resulting in 653 convictions, 7 acquittals, and 27 discharges. The final figures will be released after the completion of the exercise. Fagbemi emphasized that this is the third phase of trials this year, with the 11th phase being the largest since the mass trials began. The progress is attributed to the cooperation of judges, prosecution and defence lawyers, security agencies, and other relevant stakeholders.
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