Nigeria: Kanu Fails to Open Defence, Says No Case Against Him

AllAfricaCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete by By Daily TrustOctober 27, 2025 at 12:11 PM

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Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has decided not to call witnesses for his defense in his ongoing trial for alleged terrorism offenses in Nigeria. Initially scheduled to open his defense on October 27, Kanu claimed after reviewing the case-file that there is no valid charge against him and thus sees no need to proceed with a formal defense. The court advised Kanu to consult criminal law experts regarding the implications of this decision. Justice James Omotosho adjourned the case until November 4-6 for final written addresses or for Kanu to potentially enter his defense if he changes his stance.

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