The detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has opted not to call any witnesses in his ongoing trial for alleged terrorism offences.
Kanu had earlier notified the Federal High Court in Abuja of his intention to summon witnesses and sought time to review his case file.
The court had subsequently adjourned the matter to October 27 for him to open his defence.
However, when proceedings resumed on Monday, Kanu told the court that after carefully reviewing his case, he was convinced that there was no valid charge against him.
“I have examined the entire case file and found that there is no proper charge before this court. I believe this trial is unlawful, and I will not open any defence,” Kanu stated.
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Presiding Judge, Justice James Omotosho, directed Kanu to file a written address to formally communicate his position to the court and the prosecution.
The judge also advised him to seek legal advice from experts in criminal law to understand the implications of his decision.
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Justice Omotosho thereafter adjourned the case to November 4, 5, and 6 for the adoption of final written addresses.
The court said the sessions would determine whether the evidence already presented and the charges against Kanu established any case requiring his defence or whether the case should be dismissed outright.
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