Federal High Court Convicts IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu On Terrorism Charges

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has convicted the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, on terrorism-related charges filed by the Federal Government.

Delivering judgment, Justice James Omotosho resolved all three issues raised during the trial in favour of the prosecution.

He ruled that the statements and threats of violence allegedly made by Kanu in several broadcasts were capable of instilling fear, panic, and anxiety among residents of the Southeast region.

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According to the judge, the prosecution successfully proved the essential elements of the terrorism offences contained in the charges.

He stated that the evidence and exhibits tendered before the court demonstrated Kanu’s intention and conduct in a manner that satisfied the legal requirements for the offences.

Justice Omotosho further observed that Kanu did not take the opportunity to open his defence.

He held that the defendant “failed and deliberately refused to provide any exculpatory evidence” that could counter the allegations against him.

The court is still in the process of delivering judgment on the full seven-count terrorism charge brought against Kanu.