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Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has finally complied with the Federal High Court in Abuja’s order to open his defence in the terrorism charges brought against him by the Federal Government.
Kanu, who had previously resisted proceeding with his defence, began filing his documents on Friday directly in the courtroom, following instructions from Justice James Omotosho.
The judge had earlier directed that the court’s registry be temporarily moved into the courtroom to accommodate Kanu’s complaints and ensure he could complete the filing process without further delay.
Speaking in court, Federal Government counsel Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN) confirmed he was ready to receive Kanu’s defence submissions and respond as required.
At the time of reporting, Kanu was still in the process of submitting his documents. Justice Omotosho temporarily adjourned proceedings for an hour to allow the filing to continue uninterrupted.
Before now, Kanu had consistently refused to open his defence, insisting that the prosecution first clarify which specific terrorism law he was alleged to have breached before he could respond.
Credit: TVC online
