The first prosecution witness narrated how money meant for sensitization and enlightenment of Muslim youth on hate speech and religious intonation was allegedly diverted by Turaki.
He told the court that ex-President Jonathan invited him to his office and discussed the security situation of the country with him, especially the activities of Boko Haram and religious intonation that had to do with hate speeches and inciting comments.
He added that on July 7, 2014 a formal approval for the programmes was conveyed to his office, through the office of the Vice President, in which the Minister for Special Duties would carry out the assignment in liaison with him as the Senior Special Assistant on Islamic Affairs.Tahir revealed that the cost of N359million for the programmes was released by ex-President Jonathan on January 2015.
Source: Law Daily Report (lawdailyreport.net)
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