A Federal High Court has convicted the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, on two counts bordering on engaging in acts of terrorism.
The judgment, delivered on Thursday, followed the court’s review of evidence presented by federal prosecutors, who accused Kanu of involvement in activities deemed to threaten national security and public order.
The court held that the prosecution successfully established two of the charges, leading to Kanu’s conviction. Details of the specific counts upheld by the court were not immediately disclosed, as the full judgment is expected to be released to counsel.
Kanu, who has faced a series of legal battles over allegations of terrorism, unlawful assembly, and incitement, appeared in court as security was tightened around the premises.
The ruling marks a significant development in the long-running legal dispute between the Federal Government and the separatist leader, whose trial has continued to generate national and international attention.
More updates are expected as parties respond to the court’s decision and as the case proceeds to the sentencing phase.
