Court to Rule on Jigawa Girl Abduction Case April 28

The Federal High Court in Jigawa has scheduled a judgment date for April 28, 2026, in the case concerning the alleged abduction and sexual abuse of Walida Abdulhadi, a teenager from Hadejia Local Government Area. The case was adjourned on March 11, 2023, to allow the defense counsel, Abdulmalik Sani, time to prepare a counter affidavit.

The prosecution, led by Kabir Adamu, expressed readiness to proceed but objected to the defense's request for more time. The court, presided over by Justice Hassan Dikko, emphasized the need for a fair investigation, highlighting concerns about the Department of State Services (DSS) obstructing justice.

The DSS had previously been ordered by a magistrate court to release Walida's parents without conditions while producing the suspect, Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi. The prosecution urged the DSS to cooperate with the police investigation, stressing that Walida's safety is paramount.

The case has sparked widespread concern and calls for a swift investigation into the allegations against the accused.