Following a Federal High Court order, the Nigerian government initiates terrorism charges against Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore’s detained President, Bello Bodejo.
Accused of jeopardizing national security by establishing and arming an unauthorized ethnic militia group, Bodejo faces charges dated March 12.
The charges accuse Bodejo of founding the Kungiya Zaman Lafiya ethnic militia without authorization, constituting an offense under Section 29 of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
Arrested on January 23 for alleged militia activities, Bodejo’s detention prompted a court-ordered remand for 15 days, extended to investigate further.
Despite the defense’s plea for bail pending arraignment, citing a lack of evidence, the prosecution vehemently opposes, emphasizing national security concerns.
The Federal High Court, after hearing arguments, schedules a ruling on the bail application for March 22.
