LIPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has formally apologized to Justice Binta Nyako and Chief Adegboyega Awomolo, SAN, over his misconduct during his last court appearance.
Kanu pleaded for forgiveness and assured the court that he would maintain good conduct throughout his trial.
His apology was delivered by his lead counsel, Chief Kanu Agabi, SAN, in an emotional speech.
Agabi admitted that Kanu was overwhelmed by anger and unjustly attacked the court, the judge, the prosecutor, and even his own lawyers.
He emphasized that while Kanu may have had reasons to be upset, his actions were inappropriate.
Chief Awomolo, SAN, accepted the apology, stating that he held no grudge against Kanu.
He clarified that his role was not persecution but prosecution and assured the court of his commitment to a fair trial.
Kanu was freshly arraigned on Friday before Justice James Omotosho at the Federal High Court, Abuja, where he pleaded not guilty to the seven-count terrorism charges against him.
These charges include allegations of threatening Nigeria’s corporate existence and operating an illegal radio station to broadcast Biafra-related messages.
The case was re-assigned to Justice Omotosho after Justice Nyako recused herself in September 2024 following Kanu’s legal team’s claims of bias.
Amid tight security provided by DSS operatives, the prosecution requested an adjournment to assemble witnesses and sought an accelerated hearing, which the court granted.
The trial has been scheduled for April 29, May 2, and May 6, 2025. Since his extradition from Kenya in June 2021, Kanu has remained in DSS custody by court order.
He has now agreed to a speedy trial, signaling a possible resolution to his prolonged legal battle.
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