CurrentReport Blog In a significant legal development, Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the request by Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Biafra nation agitators, to restore his revoked bail and transfer him from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) to house arrest or prison custody.
On Monday, Justice Nyako reiterated that Kanu had previously brought the same request before the court, which was dismissed due to a lack of merit. The judge emphasized that she found concrete evidence that Kanu had jumped bail earlier and fled the country. This action significantly undermined his credibility and the trust placed in him by the court.
Justice Nyako also noted that the sureties who had initially guaranteed Kanu’s bail had sought to be discharged from their obligations. They argued that they could not locate Kanu and were unaware of his whereabouts, leading to their discharge. This development further complicated Kanu’s situation and his legal standing.
In her ruling, Justice Nyako indicated that Kanu’s only remaining legal recourse is to approach the Court of Appeal. She pointed out that Kanu’s lead counsel’s assertion that the Supreme Court ruled the bail revocation unjust was unfounded. Upon reviewing the Supreme Court’s judgment, Justice Nyako found no such indication supporting the lawyer’s claim.
As of this report, Nnamdi Kanu remains defiant, vocally refusing to stand trial in any Nigerian court. He argues that subjecting him to trial would violate Nigeria’s Constitution and international laws. His persistent refusal to comply with the judicial process poses ongoing challenges for his legal team and the broader legal proceedings.
This ruling has significant implications for the ongoing Biafra agitation. Nnamdi Kanu’s continued detention and legal battles are likely to further galvanize his supporters and intensify the movement. The federal government and judiciary are navigating a complex landscape, balancing legal precedents with national security concerns.
