Justice Binta Nyako, presiding over the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has officially recused herself from the case at the Federal High Court in Abuja. This move followed Kanu’s request that the judge step down, accusing her of disregarding Supreme Court orders.
Kanu, who is facing a seven-count charge of terrorism brought by the Federal Government, openly expressed his lack of confidence in the court. He demanded that Justice Nyako withdraw from his case, citing the court’s failure to follow the Supreme Court’s ruling.
In response, Justice Nyako agreed, stating, “I hereby recuse myself and remit the case file back to the Chief Judge,” signaling that the case will be reassigned to another judge.
Despite attempts by the prosecution, led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Adegboyega Awomolo, to convince the judge to continue with the trial, Justice Nyako was resolute in her decision. She mentioned she had already considered stepping down from the case before Kanu’s request.
This development adds another layer to Kanu’s legal battle, which has been marked by tension and multiple claims of judicial bias.
