Kano Court Remands Three for Trafficking Endangered Species

A Federal High Court in Kano has remanded three defendants, Nasib Ahmed, Abba Abdullahi, and Surajo Abdullahi, over allegations of possessing and trafficking 47 endangered wildlife species. The men face a two-count charge of conspiracy and possession of endangered wildlife species, to which they pleaded not guilty.

Prosecution counsel, Mr. Smart Akande, stated that the offences occurred on August 26 in Kano and contravened the Endangered Species (Control of International Trade and Traffic) Act, 2016. The prosecutor emphasized the urgency of the case, noting that some of the confiscated animals, including baby monkeys, require immediate care at a conservation facility.

Defence counsel, Mr. Adamu Muhammad, requested bail, citing the defendants' time in custody. However, Justice Muhammad Shuaibu ordered their remand in a correctional centre until the bail application and substantive case are heard, with the next court date set for October 7, 2026.