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The Digest: IPOB leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu was met with cheers and chants as he arrived at the Supreme Court in Abuja for his ongoing trial proceedings. A viral video showed crowds enthusiastically receiving the detained separatist leader, whose continued incarceration has amplified his symbolic...

The Digest: Controversial Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has stated that armed bandits in northern Nigeria are on a "revenge mission" but are willing to engage in peace talks with the government. In a television interview, Gumi contrasted these groups with the Indigenous People of Biafra...

The Digest: IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu unleashed a fiery outburst during his court appearance on November 7, verbally attacking the presiding judge and labeling court officials as "useless Black African people." The detained separatist activist, who is representing himself, refused to open his...

The Digest: The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled November 20 to deliver its judgment in the terrorism case against IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, following his refusal to present a defense and his challenge to the court's jurisdiction. Key Points Justice James Omotosho fixed the date...

The Digest: In a significant shift, Nnamdi Kanu has begun filing his defense against terrorism charges after a Federal High Court order temporarily relocated the court registry to his courtroom, marking a pivotal moment in his long-running legal battle. Key Points Justice James Omotosho...

The Digest: The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has again refused to open his defence in his terrorism trial, insisting to the Federal High Court in Abuja that he has no valid charge to answer. Key Points: Kanu, representing himself, argued that the...

The Digest: A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a final 24-hour ultimatum to IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, requiring him to open his defense against terrorism charges by November 5 or forfeit his right to do so, following his continued refusal to participate in proceedings he considers...

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 Arguing his case, Kanu contends the prosecution relies on repealed and "non-existent" laws...

The Digest: Legal experts have described IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's refusal to enter a defence against terrorism charges as a "risky gamble" that could have serious implications for his trial. The defendant told the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday that he would not defend himself...

The Digest: The trial of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu took a dramatic turn as he refused to open his defence against terrorism charges, declaring that he has found "no charge" against him in Nigerian law. Representing himself, Kanu urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to release him immediately or...

The Digest: The terrorism trial of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has encountered another delay after he failed to open his defence at the Federal High Court in Abuja. Kanu, who recently dismissed his legal team to represent himself, informed the court that the Department of State Services (DSS) had...

The Digest: The terrorism trial of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu was stalled as he dismissed his entire legal team. The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned until Friday after Kanu declared his intention to personally conduct his defence, following the withdrawal of a team led by Kanu Agabi (SAN)...

The Digest: Nnamdi Kanu has taken over his own defense after his lead counsel, Kanu Agabi, and all Senior Advocates on his team withdrew from the case. According to Channels TV, the IPOB leader personally argued that the court lacks jurisdiction to try him, declining an offer for a...

The Digest: Fresh details have outlined the specific testimonies Nnamdi Kanu expects from high-profile witnesses. The IPOB leader’s defense will compel testimonies on events like the 2017 military raid, the Obigbo incident, and the Lekki Toll Gate shooting, aiming to establish a "pattern of...

The Digest: IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has submitted a list of 23 high-profile witnesses for his defense. According to Vanguard and NAN, the list includes former AGF Abubakar Malami, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and former military leaders, challenging the court to compel their testimony in a trial...

The Digest: Pro-Nnamdi Kanu protesters, led by activist Omoyele Sowore, are set to march on Abuja's Aso Rock Villa, defying a police warning and a court order restricting the demonstration. According to Daily Trust, security forces are on high alert, setting up roadblocks to prevent a breach...

The Digest: The Nigerian Police Force has issued a strong warning against a planned protest at the Presidential Villa demanding the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, stating that anyone who violates a recent court order will be arrested and prosecuted. The warning follows the mobilisation of...

The Digest: A medical panel constituted by the Nigerian Medical Association has determined that the health condition of detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu is not life-threatening, clearing the way for his terrorism trial to proceed. The report, submitted to the Federal High Court in Abuja...

The Digest: Bashir Ahmad has declared that calls for IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's release constitute a "grave betrayal" to the victims of the group's brutality, a statement that has drawn immediate and heated backlash online. Former Presidential aide Bashir Ahmad condemned calls for Nnamdi...

The Digest: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has aligned with activist Omoyele Sowore’s campaign, demanding the immediate release or fair prosecution of detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. Key Points: Atiku described Kanu’s detention as “an open sore on our nation’s conscience” and an...