The Digest:
The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a new motion before the Federal High Court in Abuja demanding that all charges against him be struck out. Arguing his case, Kanu contends the prosecution relies on repealed and "non-existent" laws, rendering the charges a legal nullity.
Key Points:
- Nnamdi Kanu filed the motion himself, without legal representation.
- He argues there is no valid charge against him under any existing Nigerian law.
- The motion claims the prosecution relies on repealed legislation.
- Cited laws include the repealed Customs and Excise Management Act.
- Kanu maintains this violates Section 36(12) of the 1999 Constitution.
- He also challenges the court's extraterritorial jurisdiction over acts in Kenya.
- He urged the court to deliver a ruling on the motion by November 4, 2025.
Sources: PM News
