Nigeria, May 26 -- A Kano Upper Shariah Court is expected to deliver its verdict today in the case of Shafiu Abubakar Gadan, who is accused of setting fire to a mosque in Gezawa Local Government Area during early morning prayers, leading to the deaths of 25 people.

The tragic event took place on May 16, 2024, initially killing 17 people at the scene. The death toll later rose to 25 as more victims succumbed to injuries sustained in the fire.

Gadan is facing three serious charges, including causing grievous harm and culpable homicide. He had earlier pleaded guilty, and the presiding judge, Khadi Dalhatu Huza'i Zakariya, ordered that he be kept in a correctional facility while awaiting sentencing.

Kano State's Attorney General and Commis...