Nnamdi Kanu

The Judgment Before The Law—Part 1

The Judgment Before The Law—Part 1

November 23, 2025 2:25 am

By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze 

(From the Series: “How Justice Omotosho Goofed in Kanu’s Trial”)

When the Federal High Court of Nigeria, sitting in Abuja and presided over by Justice James Kolawole Omotosho, delivered its judgment on November 20, 2025, the question before the nation was not merely what it would decide about Nnamdi Kanu, but what it would reveal about the Nigerian judiciary itself.

That day, the robe of justice slipped — not quietly, but in full view of the law it was meant to protect. The judgment handed down was not a triumph of jurisprudence but a tragedy …

How Justice Omotosho Goofed In Kanu’s Trial—Intro

How Justice Omotosho Goofed In Kanu’s Trial—Intro

November 22, 2025 3:11 am

By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze

A 7-Part Exposé on Law, Rights, and Judicial Integrity

 

Introduction: When the Bench Betrayed the Law

 

On November 20, 2025, the Federal High Court in Abuja presided over by Justice James Kolawole Omotosho delivered a judgment that will be remembered less for its reasoning than for its rupture of reason. In the case of Nnamdi Kanu, the court was expected to demonstrate the majesty of law over passion, procedure over politics. Instead, it showcased what happens when a judge mistakes obedience to power for fidelity to justice.

The verdict was not simply …

Court Warns Kanu To Defend Himself Or Lose Right To Testify

Court Warns Kanu To Defend Himself Or Lose Right To Testify

November 4, 2025 10:42 am

A Nigerian court has warned separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu that he risks losing his right to defend himself against terrorism charges if he fails to begin his defence by Wednesday, marking a decisive moment in a case that has spanned more than a decade.

Judge James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja issued the warning on Tuesday after Kanu again refused to proceed with his defence, having dismissed his legal team in open court. The judge said the court would “foreclose” his right to present a defence if he did not act within the one-day grace period.

Kanu, …

Britain & Nigeria’s Conspiracy To Silence Kanu

September 5, 2025 1:24 am

“This series is for the readers who still believe that justice must outlive empire.
It is for the thinkers, the critics, the exiles, and the young — especially those who have inherited silence, but choose to speak.”

 

By
Prof. MarkAnthony Nze
Investigative Journalist | Public Intellectual | Global Governance Analyst | Health & Social Care Expert | International Business/Immigration Law Professional

 

Editorial Statement

On Bearing Witness to Suppressed Truths

This 12-part exposé, Britain & Nigeria’s Conspiracy to Silence Kanu, is not merely a historical or legal analysis. It is a work of journalistic reckoning — an attempt to …

The Imperative For Global Action: The Case Of Nnamdi Kanu

Kanu’s Detention: A Test Of Nigeria’s Democratic Integrity

July 1, 2024 1:00 am

Amid the dazzling interplay of Nigeria’s political dynamics, Nnamdi Kanu stands out as an arresting silhouette. Polarizing yet pivotal, the narrative surrounding his incarceration resonates not only within Nigeria’s shores but also reverberates internationally. He’s not merely a figure; he embodies the aspirations and frustrations of the southeast, a region that has long sought a louder voice on Nigeria’s national stage. As the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Kanu champions the cause of those who feel sidelined and underrepresented.

Nnamdi Kanu has persistently grabbed headlines, but as of now, he is on the precipice of what could …

Release Kanu Now For Nigeria's Economic Stability

Release Kanu Now For Nigeria’s Economic Stability

May 27, 2024 12:04 am

The prolonged detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), continues to hinder Nigeria’s economic development, particularly in the southeastern region. The “sit-at-home” protests, instigated as a form of civil disobedience demanding Kanu’s release, have escalated into regular, enforced shutdowns that disrupt economic activities, leading to significant financial losses and broader economic instability. The Nigerian government must recognize that resolving this political impasse is not just a matter of justice but also a critical step towards safeguarding the nation’s economic future.

Economic Disruption in the Southeast

The prolonged detention of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the …

The Imperative For Global Action The Case Of Nnamdi Kanu

The Imperative For Global Action: The Case Of Nnamdi Kanu

March 11, 2024 2:02 am

In the heart of Nigeria’s tumultuous struggle for justice and human rights, the saga of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu transcends mere discourse, embodying a profound emblem of the fight for freedom and dignity. As the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), an organization advocating for the independence of Nigeria’s southeastern regions in response to longstanding marginalization, Kanu has become a pivotal figure in the narrative of liberation movements within Africa. His apprehension and detention in June 2021, following a highly contentious and forcible repatriation from Kenya, has not only cast a spotlight on his personal ordeal but has also …

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Release Nnamdi Kanu Now: A Must For Tinubu’s Administration

October 9, 2023 3:26 am

Amid the dazzling interplay of Nigeria’s political dynamics, Nnamdi Kanu stands out as an arresting silhouette. Polarising yet pivotal, the narrative surrounding his incarceration resonates not only within Nigeria’s shores but also reverberates internationally. He’s not merely a figure; he embodies the aspirations and frustrations of the southeast, a region that has, for long, sought a louder voice on Nigeria’s national stage. As the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Kanu champions the cause of those who feel side-lined and underrepresented.

Nnamdi Kanu has persistently grabbed headlines, but as of now, he is on the precipice of what …

Free Nnamdi Kanu A Crucial Step For Unity In Nigeria

Free Nnamdi Kanu: A Crucial Step For Unity In Nigeria

August 28, 2023 3:48 am

Imagine a complex quilt of diverse cultures, religions, and economic sectors—the vibrancy that Nigeria is full of. Each thread in this fabric serves a unique purpose, and yet, when pulled too tight or left to fray, the whole system risks unraveling. In the southeastern region of Nigeria, known to many as Biafra, one such thread is being stretched to its limit. This strain is a byproduct of the ongoing detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). His absence from the public stage has not just silenced a voice of opposition; it has engendered …

Kanu's Detention: Nigeria's Battle With Justice And Equity

Kanu’s Detention: Nigeria’s Battle With Justice And Equity

August 24, 2023 3:18 am

The age-old adage posits that justice delayed is justice denied. This profound understanding, deeply interwoven into the fabric of sociopolitical thought, finds an unsettling echo in the prolonged detention of Nnamdi Kanu. His case, laden with layers of complexity, has emerged not merely as an isolated incident but as a poignant representation of Nigeria’s ongoing tussle with the foundational principles of justice, equity, and the rule of law. The very essence of democracy — a system in which the voice of the people reigns supreme — is put to the test. Yet, what amplifies the gravity of this situation is …

Nigeria's Crisis Gov't Missteps, Not Ekpa, Fuel Sit-At-Home

Nigeria’s Crisis: Gov’t Missteps, Not Ekpa, Fuel Sit-At-Home

July 31, 2023 3:14 am

Nigeria’s Southeast region stands on the brink, shackled by increasing unrest. Yet, the government’s narrative of blame towards Simon Ekpa, a prominent figure in a Biafran faction, serves as a smokescreen, obscuring the real instigator of the crisis – the government itself.

The flashpoint of this crisis is the continuous, illegal detention of the Indigenous People of Biafra’s (IPOB) leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The Nigerian government, in an audacious affront to international law, extrajudicially renditioned Kanu from Kenya in 2021. This brazen dismissal of due process and human rights has only served to fuel the escalating tension.

Despite a unanimous …

Nnamdi Kanu's Detention: Emblem Of Injustice in Nigeria

Nnamdi Kanu’s Detention: Emblem Of Injustice in Nigeria

July 27, 2023 4:52 am

Underneath the escalating sociopolitical tensions in Nigeria lies a case that, quite starkly, encapsulates the prevailing disregard for constitutional rights, democratic principles, and international obligations: the ongoing detention of Nnamdi Kanu. An outspoken advocate for the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Kanu’s incarceration illuminates a disconcerting narrative of systemic injustices, legal contradictions, and ethnopolitical disparities in the country. The protracted and contentious nature of his detention has escalated beyond the confines of a single case, morphing into a disturbing emblem of an endemic disregard for the rule of law in Nigeria.

Kanu’s extrajudicial rendition from Kenya in 2021 blatantly flouts …

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