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Mass trial: FG secures conviction of 150 terrorists

The Federal Government has secured the conviction of 150 suspected terrorists out of 160 suspects on the first day of the mass trial proceedings at the Federal High Court in Abuja.

The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), made this known while briefing newsmen at the court in Abuja on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

The federal government is prosecuting over 600 suspected terrorists on allegations bordering on terrorism offences.

Fagbemi said: “The exercise is still ongoing. It will continue today, tomorrow, and on Thursday.

“Yesterday, about 160 trials were conducted. Nearly 150 convictions were secured.

“Today, about 300 cases have been handled. Another 84 are expected.

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“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.”

The trial, which usually takes place at Kainji in Niger State, was moved to the Federal High Court in Abuja.

Fagbemi, on Monday, said the federal government was determined to stamp out terrorism and its related activities from the country.

“We will fight with every inch of our blood to ensure that we make Nigeria a safe haven for everybody,” the AGF stressed.

Segun Ojo

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