Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has reiterated his demand that his case be transferred from Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja to the South-East. This comes after Justice Nyako recused herself from the case following Kanu’s request on September 24, 2024, citing lack of confidence.¹
Kanu’s Special Counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, stated that Kanu instructed his legal team to ensure that Justice Nyako does not handle his case, emphasizing that if the case remains with her, it would be a disobedience to her own order. Kanu’s team is now seeking to transfer the case to the South-East, specifically to courts in Umuahia, Awka, Enugu, Asaba, or Port Harcourt, where the alleged offenses took place.
This development highlights Kanu’s determination to have his case heard in a different jurisdiction, citing concerns about impartiality and fairness. The case has sparked intense debate and discussion, with various opinions on the matter.
Source: ThisDay News