The Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted four out of five persons charged over the June 5, 2022 attack on Saint Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, which killed 43 worshippers. The convicted are Idris Abdulmalik Omeiza, Al Qasim Idris, Jamiu Abdulmalik, and Abdulhaleem Idris. A fifth accused, Momoh Otuho Abubakar, was discharged and acquitted. Justice Emeka Nwite found them guilty of terrorism charges brought by the Department of State
Key Points:
Families of the 43 victims may finally see some closure after four years.
The conviction sends a signal that terrorism prosecutions can succeed.
One accused walking free raises questions about evidence handling.
The judgment may deter future attacks on places of worship.
Ongoing proceedings suggest more details about the attack network may emerge.
Sentencing is expected to follow as the judgment continues, with security agencies monitoring for appeals or further arrests.
Sources: Daily Post
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