National Telescope national telescope newspaper
By Ekpenyong Emmanuel
The family of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has called for sanctions against Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, and Justice Binta Nyako.
In a statement, Prince Emmanuel Kanu accused the judges of disregarding valid court orders and undermining the rule of law.
Kanu’s family expressed concerns that despite a court ruling declaring IPOB a lawful group, the government has continued to label it a terrorist organization.
They linked Kanu’s trial to historical injustices faced by the Igbo people, including the 1966 pogrom and the Biafran War.
In an open letter, Nnamdi Kanu himself alleged that the government and judiciary have colluded to deny him justice.
He cited instances where court orders were disregarded, and his detention was prolonged despite judgments declaring his arrest and detention unconstitutional.
The family warned that selective adherence to court orders would erode the credibility of the Nigerian judiciary.
They urged the public to stand against judicial impunity and ensure the judiciary remains independent and just.
Kanu’s case has sparked concerns about judicial conduct and the protection of defendants’ rights in Nigeria.
His family vowed to continue their fight for justice, emphasizing that the outcome of Kanu’s trial would have lasting implications for Nigeria’s legal system and international standing.
