Bello Bodejo, Leader of the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore group, has been brought before a Federal High Court in Abuja on charges of establishing and supporting an unlawful ethnic militia group known as Kungiya Zaman Lafiya.
Bodejo’s arraignment stems from a three-count charge filed against him by the office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), alleging violations of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
During the court proceedings, Bodejo pleaded not guilty to the charges leveled against him. In response, Justice Inyang Ekwo ordered that he be remanded in the custody of the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) pending further legal proceedings.
The court has scheduled the commencement of Bodejo’s trial for May 27, indicating the gravity of the charges brought against him.
The allegations against Bodejo underscore the government’s resolve to address security concerns related to the activities of ethnic militia groups. The legal action against a figure of his stature within Miyetti Allah reflects the authorities’ determination to hold accountable those implicated in activities that pose a threat to national security and stability.
