The trial of the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, continues before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, with the prosecution tendering key exhibits linking the defendant to acts of terrorism.
The prosecution presented substantial documentary evidence, including electronic materials, to support the charges against Kanu.
These materials were reviewed by the prosecution team, led by Shuaib Magaji Labaran, and are expected to be formally submitted in court soon.
The trial is being overseen by Justice James Omotosho, who took over the case after the previous judge, Justice Binta Nyako, recused herself following Kanu’s request.
During the proceedings, Kanu’s new lead counsel, Chief Kanu Agabi (SAN), issued a public apology on behalf of his client for past outbursts in court.
Agabi attributed Kanu’s behavior to prolonged detention and the stress of the trial, emphasizing that Kanu is a “good man” deserving of understanding.
The prosecution accepted the apology and expressed commitment to expediting the trial process. Kanu faces multiple charges, including terrorism and treasonable felony, and has pleaded not guilty to all counts.
