The Digest:
The defense team led by Kanu Agabi (SAN) has reacted to their sudden disengagement by Nnamdi Kanu. According to Premium Times, the lawyers, including several Senior Advocates of Nigeria, respected the IPOB leader's decision to represent himself, formally withdrew from the case, and filed out of the courtroom, wishing him well in his self-directed defense.
Key Points:
- Nnamdi Kanu's lead counsel, Kanu Agabi (SAN), has reacted to his dismissal.
- Agabi stated the legal team respects Kanu's decision to defend himself.
- The team of Senior Advocates of Nigeria formally withdrew and left the court.
- Agabi confirmed that Kanu has the right to conduct his own defense.
- This follows a court-appointed medical panel declaring Kanu fit for trial.
- Kanu had previously listed high-profile witnesses like Nyesom Wike and T.Y. Danjuma.
- The case continues with Kanu now acting as his own legal representative.
Sources: Premium Times
