The Federal Government has officially closed its case against Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), after calling its fifth and final witness at the Federal High Court in Abuja. Kanu is currently facing an eight-count charge of terrorism.
During proceedings, Kanu’s counsel, Mr. Kanu Agabi, informed the court that the defense team would be filing a no-case submission. He requested a period of 14 days from June 24th to prepare and file their submission.
Justice James Omotosho granted the defense team the requested 14 days, and also gave the prosecution another 14 days to file their response. The court subsequently adjourned the matter until July 18, 2025, for the adoption of written addresses concerning the no-case submission.
The case continues to garner significant attention as it approaches its next phase, with the court set to hear arguments on whether the prosecution has established sufficient grounds to warrant Kanu’s further trial.
