The Federal High Court (FHC) has dismissed misleading claims surrounding the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), clarifying three critical distinctions in his case.
1.Judicial Reassignment =Recusal: Contrary to viral reports alleging Justice John Tsoho (FHC Chief Judge) “stepped down,” the court confirmed he reassigned the case from Justice Binta Nyako to Justice James Omotosho. This procedural shift, following Nyako’s withdrawal, ensures continuity—not judicial doubt—in proceedings.
2.No Endorsement of ‘Illegal Arrest’ Claims: The FHC debunked false claims that Justice Tsoho criticized Kanu’s extradition from Kenya as unlawful. Chief Registrar Sulaiman Hassan labeled such narratives “fictitious and damaging,” stressing no judge questioned the arrest’s validity. This dismisses attempts to frame the trial as ethically compromised.
3.Transparency Over Speculation: The court warned against misinformation eroding public trust, urging reliance on official updates. Unlike social media rumors, the reassignment reaffirms adherence to due process, with Kanu’s legal team directed to await Justice Omotosho’s instructions—a move prioritizing procedural rigor over external noise.
The FHC’s statement underscores its commitment to lawful proceedings while distancing Kanu’s case from speculative narratives. As the trial progresses under a new judge, the court emphasizes clarity and accountability in a case closely watched nationwide.
Report by vanguard newspapers