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Nnamdi Kanu of IPOB arrested by Nigerian security services
Nnamdi Kanu of IPOB arrested by Nigerian security services

Nnamdi Kanu’s Threat to Break Up Nigeria Was Deliberate, FG Insists 

The Federal Government has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss claims by the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, that he has no case to answer in the terrorism charges against him. According to the government, Kanu’s threat to disintegrate Nigeria and declare a Biafran republic was not mere rhetoric but a calculated and dangerous move.

During Friday’s hearing, the government’s lead counsel, Chief Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN), told Justice James Omotosho that Kanu’s broadcasts on Biafra Radio had severe national security implications and instilled fear among Nigerians. He said the IPOB leader publicly admitted in the broadcasts to leading the proscribed group and issued violent directives, including ordering attacks on security operatives and their families.

Awomolo argued that the aftermath of those broadcasts led to the deaths of over 170 security personnel and widespread unrest in parts of the country. “The defendant made open declarations on a platform that called for Nigeria’s collapse. He was fully aware that IPOB had been outlawed. The consequences of his utterances are not speculative,” he stated.

Rejecting Kanu’s no-case submission, the senior advocate maintained that the charges of terrorism were grounded in evidence, and Kanu should be made to open his defence.

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However, Kanu’s lead counsel, Chief Kanu Agabi (SAN), countered the prosecution’s position, describing the charges as baseless and politically motivated. He noted that throughout the trial, no witnesses testified that they were incited into violence by Kanu’s words.

Agabi highlighted that all five witnesses called by the prosecution were Department of State Services (DSS) operatives who merely obtained statements and did not present any independent investigative reports linking Kanu to actual terrorist activities.

He further noted that the government had amended the charges against Kanu eight times, yet failed to present any credible evidence to justify a trial. According to Agabi, Kanu’s remarks, including the so-called threats, were nothing more than political speech and calls for self-defence, which are protected under the Constitution.

Agabi also condemned the prolonged solitary confinement of Kanu, which he claimed had lasted ten years, describing it as a gross violation of international law. “Solitary confinement should not exceed 15 days under international standards,” he said.

He therefore urged the court to discharge and acquit his client, arguing that the prosecution had failed to establish a prima facie case of terrorism.

After listening to arguments from both sides, Justice Omotosho adjourned the matter until October 10, 2025, for ruling on the no-case submission.

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