A spokesman for the National Counter-Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Abu Michael, said the trial was in line with the government’s commitment to promoting social justice, in accordance with the International Criminal Justice system.
Five judges are handling the charges preferred against the more than 300 suspects
“More than 300 suspects are on trial with 5 reputable judges manning the 5 courts and Chambers set up for speedy administration of justice on the ongoing trial in terrorism and other related cases in the country.
“The trial involves multiple stakeholders, CCG prosecutors, and defense counsel from the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria (LACON).
“Before now, over 800 case files have been reviewed, and charges are drafted for efficient prosecution in order to ensure that justice is appropriately served,” the statement added.
It indicated that so far, 163 terrorists have been convicted, 882 discharged and five acquitted between 2017 and 2018.
