The Federal High Court has reassigned Nnamdi Kanu’s case to a new judge after legal efforts by his defense team. Kanu, IPOB’s leader, maintains his innocence and is ready for trial. His lawyers argue that the delay threatened his rights, but they now focus on preparing his defense.
The Federal High Court has reassigned the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to a new judge, following months of uncertainty. His legal team had repeatedly called for a fresh judicial reassignment after the previous judge stepped down in September 2024, arguing that delays in appointing a new judge undermined Kanu’s right to a fair and speedy trial.
Kanu’s lead counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, confirmed the development in a statement, noting that the legal team had reached out to the Chief Justice of Nigeria to intervene. The judiciary’s decision to assign a new judge was seen as a crucial step toward ensuring transparency and due process.
Expressing gratitude for the intervention, Kanu reaffirmed his readiness to face trial, maintaining that he is innocent of the charges against him. His legal team has now begun strategizing for the next phase of the case, emphasizing the need for judicial fairness. Supporters of Kanu welcomed the reassignment, viewing it as a positive step toward achieving justice.
