In a major development in Abuja on Thursday, Justice James Omotosho has convicted Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), on all seven counts of terrorism leveled against him by the Department of State Services (DSS).
The judgment
, marks a dramatic turn in the long-running legal battle between the federal government and the separatist leader. Justice Omotosho ruled that the prosecution successfully established its case across all counts, thereby finding Kanu guilty.
Court officials tightened security around the Federal High Court premises as tensions rose among observers and supporters. Kanu now awaits formal sentencing, which the court is expected to deliver after concluding the full judgment.
Details surrounding the sentencing timeline and possible implications for the IPOB movement are expected to unfold as the court session continues.
This is a developing story. More updates shortly.
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