Anietie Udobit, Abuja
The Federal Government has intensified its crackdown on terrorism as courts in Abuja convicted and sentenced five suspects to prison terms of up to 20 years.
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At the Federal High Court, judges handed down sentences for offences linked to Boko Haram, including financing, logistics support, and participation in attacks.
Justice M. O. Olajuwon sentenced one convict to 20 years imprisonment, while others received 10-year terms. All were ordered to undergo rehabilitation and de-radicalisation.
Meanwhile, the government has launched a new phase of mass trials involving about 500 suspects, with 227 already arraigned.
Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi said the trials are being fast-tracked with multiple judges sitting simultaneously during the Easter period.
Authorities say the suspects are linked to attacks that have killed thousands, as well as terrorism financing and logistics operations across northern Nigeria.
The government insists the trials are transparent, with local and international observers present, as part of efforts to strengthen accountability in the fight against insurgency.