In a significant turn of events in the prolonged legal clash between the Federal Government and Nnamdi Kanu, the Supreme Court has officially disclosed the Certified True Copy (CTC) of its December judgment. This development, reported by Naija News, marks a crucial milestone in the ongoing legal narrative involving the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
Transmitting Evidence to Federal High Court
Aloy Ejimakor, the dedicated Special Counsel for Kanu, has relayed the Supreme Court’s commitment to forwarding the comprehensive case file to the Federal High Court in Abuja on the upcoming Tuesday. Ejimakor, sharing this significant update on his social media platform, underscored the imminent confrontation between Kanu’s legal team and the federal government at the Federal High Court.
Supreme Court’s Pronouncement
In a statement via his X handle, Ejimakor articulated, “Today, the Supreme Court unveiled the Certified True Copy of its judgment in the case of ‘Federal Republic of Nigeria versus Nnamdi Kanu.’ The Court has also pledged to dispatch the case file to the Federal High Court by tomorrow. In the near future, we anticipate a legal face-off in the Federal High Court to advocate for the liberation of MNK.”
Reflecting on December 2023
Looking back at events from December 2023, Naija News highlighted the Supreme Court’s dismissal of the appeal for Kanu’s release. Additionally, the Supreme Court overturned the prior acquittal of Kanu on terrorism charges by the Appeal Court in Abuja. The apex court mandated the relocation of Kanu’s case to the Federal High Court in Abuja for further legal proceedings.
Legal Maneuvers and Government Criticism
Despite these legal maneuvers, the Supreme Court didn’t hold back in criticizing the Nigerian Government’s extraordinary rendition of Kanu from Kenya in June 2021. This development adds additional layers of complexity to the already intricate legal landscape surrounding Nnamdi Kanu’s case. The unfolding legal saga promises further developments in the pursuit of justice.
