Mahadi Shehu, Kaduna Fake News Peddler, Remanded in Custody on Terrorism Charges

Mahadi Shehu, Kaduna Fake News Peddler, Remanded in Custody on Terrorism Charges

Mahadi Shehu, a prominent figure in Kaduna known for disseminating fake news, has been remanded at the Kaduna Correctional Service Facility following his arraignment on Tuesday at the Chief Magistrate Court (CMC 1) located on Ibrahim Taiwo Road. 

His case has drawn significant attention due to the serious nature of the charges against him.

Shehu faces two serious charges: Conspiracy, Aiding and Abetting Terrorism, which is a violation of Section 26 (2)(3) of the Terrorism (Prevention & Prohibition) Act, 2022, and Inciting Public Disturbances, contrary to Section 78 of the Penal Code Law of Kaduna State, 2017.