The Federal Government has officially closed its case in the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who is facing charges related to terrorism and treason. The announcement was made by the government’s lead counsel, Chief Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN), after the fifth and final prosecution witness, identified only as EEE for security reasons, concluded their testimony before Justice James Omotosho at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
Awomolo stated that the prosecution had presented sufficient evidence to justify closing its case, including several broadcasts allegedly linked to Kanu’s activities. The five witnesses were part of what the prosecution described as a strong body of evidence aimed at establishing Kanu’s culpability in the charges brought against him.
In response, the defence, led by Chief Kanu Agabi, informed the court of their intention to file a no-case submission, indicating that they believe the prosecution has failed to establish a prima facie case against Kanu. The court will await the formal filing of this submission, which, if successful, could result in the dismissal of the charges without requiring the defence to present its own case.
