BREAKING: Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyers Withdraw from Case!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
In a major legal twist, former Attorney-General of the Federation and lead defence counsel, Kanu Agabi (SAN), on Thursday formally withdrew his legal representation for the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, during a session at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
What We Know:
- Agabi informed the court of his decision to step down, citing “irreconcilable differences” and lack of cooperation from the client and his supporters.
- The withdrawal was submitted before Justice Binta Nyako, who is presiding over the terrorism-related charges brought against Kanu by the Federal Government.
- Kanu was said to have expressed dissatisfaction with his legal team’s handling of the prolonged trial.
Why It Matters:
- This development may further delay Kanu’s trial, which has already faced multiple adjournments since his re-arrest in 2021.
- It introduces uncertainty into the IPOB leader’s legal strategy and could lead to the appointment of new counsel or self-representation.
- The case remains one of Nigeria’s most politically sensitive, with significant national security and ethnic agitation implications.
What to Watch:
- Whether Kanu will appoint a new legal team promptly.
- The court’s next steps on case management and hearing schedules.
- Possible political or diplomatic ramifications, especially with IPOB’s international attention and support base.
Sources:
- Vanguard Nigeria – “Kanu’s Lead Counsel Withdraws from Case”
- Premium Times – “Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyers Pull Out of Terrorism Trial”
- Channels TV – “Agabi Quits as Kanu’s Legal Counsel in Ongoing Trial”
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