AGF withdraws case against Miyetti Allah's leader as court orders release

Segun Adeyemi 12:22 - 29 May 2024

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Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has acquitted Bello Bodejo, the leader of Miyetti Allah Kautal Kore, of an alleged terrorism charge brought by the Attorney-General of the Federation's office.

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has acquitted Bello Bodejo, the leader of Miyetti Allah Kautal Kore, of an alleged terrorism charge brought by the Attorney-General of the Federation's office.

Justice Ekwo ruled to discharge Bodejo after Aderonke Imana, representing the AGF, submitted an oral request to withdraw the three-count charge.

During Wednesday's hearing, Imana informed the court of her oral application, citing Section 108 of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) 2015.

Imana stated that the request was also based on the AGF's authority under Section 174 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), noting that the Attorney-General had instructed her to withdraw the charge in the interest of justice.

Bodejo's counsel did not oppose the application and thanked the AGF for his generous decision.