‘Unconstitutional and Political’ — IPOB Condemns Nnamdi Kanu’s Life Imprisonment
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has dismissed the Federal High Court ruling that handed its detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu, a life sentence on seven terrorism-related charges, describing the verdict as unlawful and politically motivated. In a statement issued on Friday by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the group insisted that Kanu “committed no offence recognized […]
Nnamdi Kanu Sentenced to Life as Court Convicts IPOB Leader
In a landmark judgment that concludes one of Nigeria’s most closely watched trials, Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has handed down a series of jail terms—among them life imprisonment—to the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The court, after reviewing years of submissions and evidence […]
Drama As Judge Orders DSS To Bundle Nnamdi Kanu Out Of Court
A dramatic scene unfolded at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday when Justice James Omotosho ordered security operatives to remove the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, from his courtroom. The directive came after Kanu repeatedly interrupted proceedings, raised his voice, and refused to follow the judge’s instructions. […]
Nnamdi Kanu Challenges Legality of Terrorism Charges as Court Gives Final Deadline to Open Defence
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has once again contested the legitimacy of the terrorism charges brought against him by the Federal Government, arguing that the case lacks a valid legal basis under Nigerian law. At the resumed hearing before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on […]
Court Stops PDP 2025 National Convention
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has issued an order restraining the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from proceeding with its planned 2025 National Convention, pending the determination of a suit filed by some aggrieved party members. Justice James Omotosho, who presided over the matter, directed all parties to maintain the status quo ante bellum […]
Nnamdi Kanu’s Health Report Delayed, Court Adjourns Case
The courtroom drama surrounding Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), took another twist on Wednesday, as the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) panel assigned to assess his health status has yet to deliver its much-anticipated report. Kanu, who has been in custody and standing trial for terrorism-related charges, remains […]