Nnamdi Kanu Challenges Court’s Jurisdiction as Justice Nyako Adjourns Case Indefinitely

Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has questioned the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court as Justice Binta Nyako adjourned his case indefinitely.

Kanu, reaffirming his stance on self-determination, declared, “It is my right to agitate for Biafra. There is nothing anyone can do about it. I have committed no crime by seeking self-determination.”

He stated that he appeared in court solely out of respect for the rule of law, noting that Justice Nyako had previously recused herself from the case. Kanu expressed dissatisfaction with the Chief Judge’s decision to return the case to Nyako, insisting that the prosecution had no right to try him.

Accusing Justice Nyako of bias, Kanu argued that she should not preside over his case, stating, “Poor knowledge of the court is affecting Nigeria.”

The prosecution objected to Kanu’s remarks and requested a definite hearing date, citing the defense’s failure to file a formal application.

However, Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, John Tsoho, ruled that Kanu’s objection must be presented formally through a motion on notice, leading to the indefinite adjournment of the case.