The Federal Government has started the seventh phase of mass trials for individuals suspected of being involved in terrorism. The legal process is taking place in Kainji, Niger State, where many suspects arrested across the country are now being prosecuted.
This update was shared by the National Counter Terrorism Centre under the Office of the National Security Adviser. The agency explained that the trials are part of the government’s ongoing efforts to deal with terrorism through lawful means and to improve the criminal justice system in line with global standards.
At the launch of the new phase, the National Coordinator of the Centre, Major General Adamu Garba Laka, described the trials as a clear move by the country to deliver justice in a lawful and open manner. He pointed out that the presence of judges, lawyers, security officials, and development partners showed strong cooperation in handling terrorism-related cases.
General Laka also mentioned that Nigeria has made progress in building the capacity of its justice system to manage terrorism cases properly. He noted that this progress has helped to address the concerns raised by the Financial Action Task Force, which had placed Nigeria on its grey list in the past. He said the results of these trials are part of the efforts to remove the country from that list.
Representing the Attorney General of the Federation, Director of Public Prosecution Mohammed Babadoko Abubakar also spoke at the event. He praised the teamwork between the Office of the National Security Adviser and both local and international organisations working together to ensure the suspects are fairly tried.
He added that the government remains committed to delivering justice to both the victims and the accused, while also respecting the rule of law and human rights throughout the process.
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