BREAKING NEWS: FG to Arraign Suspects in 2022 Owo Church Bombing That Claimed Over 40 Lives

The Federal Government has announced plans to arraign five men — Idris Omeiza, Al-Qasim Idris, Jamiu Abdulmalik, Abdulhaleem Idris, and Momoh Abubakar — alleged to be responsible for the devastating June 5, 2022 bombing of Saint Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State.

The attack, which shocked Nigeria and drew international condemnation, left over 40 worshippers dead and many others injured during a Sunday mass.

Authorities have linked the suspects to the deadly assault, which raised urgent concerns about rising terrorism and insecurity in the country.

Their arraignment marks a significant step in the long-awaited quest for justice for the victims and their families.

The Federal Government has not yet disclosed the specific charges or the date for the court appearance, but security analysts believe the case will serve as a litmus test for Nigeria’s capacity to prosecute high-profile terrorism cases.

The 2022 Owo massacre remains one of the most heinous attacks on a place of worship in Nigeria’s recent history, symbolizing both the vulnerability of civilian populations and the urgent need for stronger counter-terrorism measures.