Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has challenged the legal basis of the terrorism charges brought against him by the Federal Government.
Speaking in court, Kanu insisted he would not open his defence until the prosecution clearly states under which law he is being tried.
This came after Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court granted him until November 5 to either open his defence or risk forfeiting his right to do so.
Kanu, who is currently representing himself, told the court:
> “You cannot ask me to open my defence when you are unable to specify under which law I am being charged.”
The judge had earlier rejected Kanu’s no-case submission after the prosecution closed its case, directing him to either file his final address or proceed with his defence.
Meanwhile, the prosecution team led by Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN) objected to Kanu’s latest filings, but the court ruled they were valid and would be reviewed during judgment.
The matter has been adjourned to November 5, when Kanu is expected to either defend himself or lose the right to do so.
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