The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, appeared before the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday for the continuation of his trial, under heavy security presence.
Kanu arrived in the morning, escorted by heavily armed operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS). The court session attracted journalists, human rights observers, and a large crowd of supporters who gathered outside the premises, chanting solidarity songs and calling for his release.
However, tension remains high following the continued detention of Prince Emmanuel Kanu, the IPOB leader’s younger brother, and Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, one of his lawyers. Both men, along with several others, were arrested during Monday’s #FreeNnamdiKanu protest in Abuja and have since been remanded at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending further court action.
Supporters expressed relief at seeing Kanu physically present in court but voiced concern over the detention of his brother and legal counsel, describing it as an intimidation tactic aimed at silencing voices demanding his freedom.
As of press time, the court proceedings were still ongoing.
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