The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has dismissed Nnamdi Kanu’s no-case submission, ordering the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader to proceed with his defense in a terrorism trial.
Justice James Omotosho ruled that the Federal Government has established a prima facie case against Kanu, warranting him to enter his defense.
Kanu is facing a seven-count charge filed by the Department of State Services (DSS) bordering on his alleged involvement in terrorism activities.
Justice Omotosho held that the evidence presented by the prosecution through its witnesses and exhibits raised serious allegations linking Kanu to terrorism activities, which must be addressed.
The court adjourned the matter until October 8 for the hearing of the report of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) on Kanu’s fitness to stand trial.
Kanu’s lawyers argued that there was no case to answer, citing lack of evidence linking him to violent acts.
They also faulted his solitary confinement for over 10 years, violating international law.
The Federal Government maintained that Kanu’s threats to break up Nigeria and establish a Republic of Biafra were deliberate and not empty words, and that his broadcast incited violence and caused fear among Nigerians.
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