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October 5, 2023 Supreme Court’s Judgment Date Set For December 15 On Nnamdi Kanu’s Case

Supreme Court’s Judgment Date Set For December 15 On Nnamdi Kanu’s Case

The eagerly awaited judgment regarding the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been scheduled for December 15, as announced by the Supreme Court.

This decision comes after a protracted legal battle that has captured national and international attention.

In October 2022, the Court of Appeal in Abuja ruled in favour of Kanu's release, instructing the Federal Government to free him from detention. However, dissatisfied with this verdict, the Federal Government decided to escalate the matter to the highest court in the land.

During today's proceedings, a distinguished five-member panel presided over by Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun announced the date for the pivotal ruling. The courtroom was packed with anticipation as lawyers, observers, and supporters of both sides awaited this critical decision.

Mike Ozekhome, SAN, who serves as counsel for Nnamdi Kanu, passionately pleaded with the court to order his client's immediate release. He also urged the court to impose a significant punitive cost on the Federal Government for their actions.

"We urge my lords to uphold our Cross-Appeal to do substantial justice to this matter and to the Respondent who has been in detention since June 29, 2021, even after the lower court ordered his release and that he should never be prosecuted again on the same counts. They are still holding him unconstitutionally. We pray, my Lords, to deliver justice and use this case, just like in Ojukwu vs State, to demonstrate that no man or government should be above the law," Ozekhome passionately stated.

On the other side, the Federal Government lawyer implored the Supreme Court to overturn the judgment that had ordered Kanu's release. He urged the court to mandate the resumption of his trial before the Federal High Court in Abuja on terrorism-related charges.

The fate of Nnamdi Kanu now hangs in the balance, with December 15 marking a crucial day in his quest for freedom. As the nation watches with bated breath, the Supreme Court's decision will undoubtedly have far-reaching implications for the ongoing legal saga surrounding Kanu's detention and trial.

October 5, 2023 Mohbad: Primeboy Surrenders To Police

Mohbad: Primeboy Surrenders To Police

The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that Owodunni Ibrahim Oluwatosin, also known as Primeboy, wanted in connection with the investigation into the death of singer Mohbad, has surrendered himself.

Command spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin shared the update, mentioning that Primeboy failed to respond to earlier police summons.

READ ALSO: Primeboy Declared Wanted By Police In Mohbad’s Death Case

The Command further stated that a reward of N1 million will be given for any helpful information leading to Primeboy's arrest, as announced by Commissioner of Police, CP Idowu Owohunwa.

Hundeyin assured the public of a thorough and diligent investigation, pledging that those involved in Mohbad's death would face justice.

October 5, 2023 Exhaustion Cause Of My Collapse During Screening – Kaduna Minister Balarabe

Exhaustion Cause Of My Collapse During Screening – Kaduna Minister Balarabe

A minister from Kaduna State, Balarabe Abbas, who slumped during the ministerial screening on Wednesday, says exhaustion was the cause of his collapse while appearing before the Senate.

Recall that President Bola Tinubu, Tuesday, wrote the senate seeking the confirmation of Balarabe alongside two other ministerial nominees, Jamila Ibrahim (Kwara) and Ayodele Olawande (Ondo).

READ ALSO: Ministerial Nominee Balarabe Faints During Screening 

Speaking with journalists after the incident, Balarabe stated that he was exhausted.

“I’m alright now. I’ve been treated, and I’m alright now. It was exhaustion.”

Balarabe, shortly after he concluded his introduction, collapsed, with the senate president, Godswill Akpabio, calling for a closed-door session.

The Senate later confirmed him alongside Dr. Jamila Ibrahaim and Ayodele Olawande.

October 5, 2023 Judgments Based On Constitution, Not Public Opinion – CJN

Judgments Based On Constitution, Not Public Opinion – CJN

The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Olukayode Ariwoola, has said public opinions, no matter how serious or weighty, cannot supersede the country’s constitution’s provisions in determining legal disputes in court.

The CJN said judges must follow the law when deciding cases.

Justice Ariwoola stated this after swearing in 23 newly-appointed judges of the Federal High Court.

Among the new judges is the son of the CJN, Olukayode Ariwoola Junior.

The CJN, in his speech, stressed that the appointment of the judges was not to amass wealth, warning that any form of wrongdoing would not be condoned.

 

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