Nnamdi Kanu Declares ‘God in Heaven is God of Justice’ as He Begins Defence

The high-profile terrorism trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), resumed today at the Abuja Federal High Court, where he is now representing himself after dismissing his legal team. The court appearance, which was scheduled for the commencement of his defence, was marked by a profound declaration by the separatist leader.

Upon his arrival to begin proceedings before the Justice James Omotosho-led court, Kanu spoke emphatically on the concept of divine fairness. He openly stated that “God in heaven is a God of justice,” setting a spiritual tone for his self-conducted defence.

Dependable NG reports that the IPOB leader used the moment to challenge the audience and legal community on their comprehension of legal and moral principles. In his defiant address, Kanu stated, in part: “You are here you don’t know what law is, you don’t know what Justice is. You don’t know that God is a God of Justice, you don’t know that? You don’t know that God in heaven is a God of Justice, you don’t know that?” His commentary suggests a belief that the trial itself contravenes fundamental principles of equity, a point he is expected to press as he presents his case.

The commencement of Kanu’s defence has been highly anticipated, especially following his announcement last week that he was disengaging his lawyers to represent himself. Furthermore, he had previously submitted a list of both local and international figures, including several prominent Nigerians, whom he intends to call as witnesses in the trial. While Kanu was expected to formally open his defence today, October 27, a new development has occurred where he informed the court that he had reviewed the case file and had opted to waive his right to enter a defence, maintaining that the charges against him lack merit. The judge has cautioned him on the implications of this decision and advised him to consult legal experts.

The following video offers context on the dramatic lead-up to today’s hearing: Nnamdi Kanu To Defend Himself In Court as Lawyers Withdraw From Trial. This video is relevant as it reports on the withdrawal of Kanu’s legal team, which is the key event that led to him representing himself at the beginning of his defence.