Abuja, Nigeria – February 10, 2025
The Federal High Court in Abuja has indefinitely adjourned the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Following the adjournment, Kanu criticized both the prosecution and the judiciary for their alleged lack of understanding of Nigerian law.
Visibly frustrated after the court session, Kanu remarked, "The prosecution and this court don't know the law, that is the fact. Poor knowledge of the law is killing Nigeria." He emphasized that existing federal laws prohibit the Chief Judge of Nigeria from directing Justice Binta Nyako's actions, urging adherence to these statutes.
Kanu further defended his activism, stating, "That is why I do what I do. I agitate for Biafra. It is my right to agitate. They turned it from treasonable felony now to terrorism."
His lead counsel, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, asserted that Justice Nyako no longer holds jurisdiction over Kanu's case. He noted that the legal team appeared in court "under protest" and highlighted Kanu's eloquent address during the proceedings. Following these developments, the case was adjourned sine die (indefinitely).
This indefinite adjournment adds to the prolonged legal battle surrounding Kanu, who has been a central figure in the push for Biafran independence. The indefinite nature of the adjournment leaves the future of the trial uncertain, with no specified date for resumption.