Confirmation has been made that the Nigerian government has resumed the mass trials of individuals suspected of terrorism in the nation.
The National Counter-Terrorism Centre, under the Office of the National Security Adviser, announced this on Wednesday.
In 2017, the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), disclosed that the Federal Government had achieved 366 convictions in the trial of Boko Haram militants.
Furthermore, he mentioned that 896 suspects were released due to insufficient evidence, and 61 other cases were adjourned for further proceedings.
Additionally, in December 2023, the government secured the sentencing of four individuals who financed Boko Haram.
A statement released by the Head of Strategic Communication at NCTC-ONSA, Abu Michael, on Wednesday emphasized that the trial process would adhere to international standards of criminal justice.
Michael revealed that around 300 suspects were currently undergoing trial, with each of the five courts and chambers having a presiding judge designated for the expeditious administration of justice.
He also noted that the suspects were being represented by attorneys from the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria.
