Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), made a rare public appearance on Tuesday as his trial resumed at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The session, which was heavily guarded by Department of State Services (DSS) operatives, drew attention from both local and international observers.
Kanu, who has been in DSS custody since his controversial extradition from Kenya in 2021, arrived in court flanked by a team of six Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs). His lead counsel, Chief Mike Ozekhome (SAN), reiterated that his client’s rights were being violated and demanded an immediate end to his “unlawful detention.”
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The federal government continues to prosecute Kanu on charges including terrorism, incitement, and unlawful secession. However, his defense team argues that the charges are politically motivated and lack legal merit.
Hundreds of IPOB supporters gathered outside the court premises despite a ban on demonstrations. Security agents dispersed the crowd peacefully after warning against public disturbance.
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The judge adjourned the case to allow further arguments on the legality of Kanu’s detention and the admissibility of new evidence. Tensions remain high in the Southeast, where IPOB enjoys significant grassroots support.
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