Court declares Lakurawa sect a terrorist group in Nigeria

• The Federal High Court in Abuja has declared the Lakurawa sect and similar groups terrorist organizations, citing their involvement in violent crimes
• The ruling, issued by Justice James Omotosho, prohibits the groups activities nationwide, particularly in the North West and North Central regions
• The Attorney-General of the Federation led the motion, highlighting the Lakurawa sects role in kidnapping, cattle rustling, and attacks on communities

Going forward, the deadly Lakurawa group will now be treated just like IPOB and Boko Haram. IMage: FB/Lateef FagbemiSource: TwitterLakurawa proscribed due to terrorism actsThese acts have caused harm, injuries, and loss of lives and properties to innocent citizens of Nigeria, Akawu said.Court rules group a threat to national securityKey facts to know about “new” deadly group

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