Just In: Nnamdi Kanu Arrives Court For Judgement On Terrorism Case

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Upon entering the courtroom, Kanu insisted that “there is no judgment today,” arguing that he had filed fresh processes that, in his view, preclude the court from proceeding. According to him, no ruling can be delivered until the new filings are addressed.

Naija News reports that Justice Omotosho is expected to rule on multiple applications submitted by both the prosecution and defence. These include Kanu’s challenge to the validity of the terrorism charges against him, as well as his request to be released on the basis of alleged unlawful detention and violations of his fundamental rights.

Kanu has remained in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) since June 2021, following what his legal team continues to describe as an “extraordinary rendition” from Kenya. He is facing seven terrorism-related charges involving alleged incitement, leadership of an unlawful organisation, and actions said to threaten national security—allegations he firmly denies.

In a new motion before the court, Kanu argued that the law under which he is being prosecuted—the Terrorism Prevention and Prohibition Act—has been repealed. He therefore asked the judge to strike out the charges, describing them as legally defective.

According to the IPOB leader, the charges “disclose no offence known to law” and should be declared a nullity.

Kanu is also seeking an order to expunge what he calls a “purported plea of not guilty,” saying it was entered under circumstances he claims were deceptive and inconsistent with the Supreme Court’s prior directives.

Additionally, he is requesting that the court set aside all proceedings conducted since the plea was entered and issue an order for his immediate release.

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