The Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, is spearheading the prosecution of nine suspects linked to the Yelwata killings in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State.
The suspects are facing a 57-count charge of terrorism, accused of planning and executing attacks in Yelwata that resulted in the alleged killing of 150 people and the destruction of properties.
They are also alleged to have provided resources and sought support to facilitate the attacks.
The suspects were arraigned before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja, where they are currently entering their plea.
All nine defendants have pleaded not guilty to the charges leveled against them by the Federal Government.
During proceedings, counsel for the defendants sought to make an oral application for bail.
However, the court refused, insisting that a formal bail application be filed.
The hearing for the bail application has been scheduled for February 26, 2026. Meanwhile, the suspects are to remain in custody at Kuje Correctional Centre pending the determination of the bail application.
The prosecution of the defendants is being led by AGF Lateef Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, highlighting the federal government’s commitment to bringing those responsible for the tragic incident to justice.
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