The leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has dropped his earlier plan to call defense witnesses in his terrorism trial, stating he will pursue a no-case argument instead.
Appearing before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja, Kanu argued that after reviewing his case file, he concluded that there is “no valid charge” against him and that the entire process constituted an “unlawful trial.” Consequently, he asserted that there was no need for him to open any defense.
The IPOB leader, who had previously indicated his intention to call witnesses and applied for witness summons, was then instructed by the judge to file a written address detailing his position and serve it on the prosecution.
Justice Omotosho advised Kanu to consult experts in criminal law on the consequences of his chosen option.
The court subsequently adjourned the case to November 4, 5, and 6 for the adoption of final written addresses, which will determine whether the evidence and charge establish a case against him, or for the defendant to enter his defense.
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