BREAKING: Nnamdi Kanu Finally Begins Defence in Terrorism Case

Leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has finally begun his defence in the terrorism case instituted against him by the Federal Government before the Federal High Court in Abuja.

Kanu, who had previously resisted opening his defence, complied with the court’s directive on Friday, beginning the process of filing his defence documents directly in the courtroom.

The move follows an order by Justice James Omotosho, who instructed that the court registry be temporarily relocated into the courtroom to facilitate the filing process and address Kanu’s complaints about delays in document submission.

The development marks a major procedural step in the long-running trial, in which Kanu faces terrorism-related charges linked to his leadership of IPOB — a group the Nigerian government has designated as a terrorist organization.

Justice Omotosho’s directive aims to ensure that the proceedings continue without further procedural bottlenecks, after several adjournments caused by disputes over access to court filings and legal documentation.

Further hearing in the case is expected to continue later this month as the court reviews Kanu’s submissions and prepares for the opening of his formal defence.