Terror suspect enters court with Koran saying call me ‘Mujahid Abu Hamza’

Sketch ... image of Adebolajo holding Koran in court

By HARRY HAWKINS

WOOLWICH murder accused Michael Adebolajo held a Koran and blew kisses to supporters as he appeared in court this morning.

Adebolajo told Westminster Magistrates Court he wished to be known as "Mujahid Abu Hamza".

Adebolajo, 28, of Romford, Essex is accused of the murder of Drummer Lee Rigby.

He also faces charges of attempting to murder two police officers and possession of a firearm.

Greeting ... Adebolajo blew kiss to supporters

Adebolajo, whose left arm was bandaged, sat between plain clothes police officers and a prison guard during the brief hearing.

He was remanded in custody.

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MICHAEL Adebolajo blows kisses and tells court he wants to be known as Mujaheed Abu Hamza

Dad-of-one Lee, 25, was hacked to death outside the barracks he was staying in Woolwich, south London.

Michael Adebowale, 22, of Greenwich, south London appeared at the Old Bailey via video link.

Appearance ... Michael Adebolajo

He is accused of murdering Drummer Rigby on May 22, as well as possession of a firearm, a 9.4mm KNIL Model 91 revolver, with intent to cause others to believe that violence would be used.

No application for bail was made during the brief hearing.

The judge, Mr Justice Sweeney, told the court the defendant would reappear for a preliminary hearing on June 28, when his case is expected to be joined up with that of Adebolajo.

Accused ... Michael Adebowale