Posted 2/26/2024, 11:38:31 AM
Kanu Faces Treason Trial Under Heavy Security After Extradiction
- Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed IPOB, arrived in court under heavy security for the continuation of his trial on treason charges
- The federal government extradited Kanu back to Nigeria from Kenya in June 2021 after he jumped bail
- The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal court judgement that acquitted Kanu, ordering his trial to continue
- Photos of Kanu in court emerged online, garnering reactions from supporters on Facebook
- Security was intense around the court premises with DSS operatives only granting access to those on an approved list