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Nnamdi Kanu’s N50bn Lawsuit Against FG Struck Out Over Lack Of Prosecution
A N50 billion lawsuit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Federal Government has been struck out by the Federal High Court in Abuja.
Justice Inyang Ekwo, who presided over the matter on Thursday, ruled that the suit was no longer sustainable due to “lack of diligent prosecution.”
The decision came after neither Kanu nor representatives of the Federal Government appeared in court for the hearing.
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This was not the first time the case had been stalled. According to the judge, “the case had taken three adjournments due to no representation.”
At the last sitting, only counsel for the Federal Government was present, while Kanu’s legal team was absent.
The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/462/2022, was originally filed on April 7, 2022, by Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN, on behalf of Kanu. In the suit, the IPOB leader accused the government of violating his fundamental rights, claiming he was abducted from Kenya and forcibly returned to Nigeria to face trial.
Kanu urged the court to determine “whether the way and manner in which he was abducted in Kenya and extraordinarily renditioned to Nigeria is consistent with extant laws.”
He cited legal provisions such as “Article 12(4) of the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights (Ratification and Enforcement) Act Cap A9, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004,” and “Article/Part 5(a) of the African Charter’s principles and guidelines on human and peoples’ rights while countering terrorism in Africa.”
Kanu also sought the court’s view on whether, under “Section 15 of the Extradition Act Cap E25, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004,” he could be lawfully tried on a 15-count amended charge when the offences allegedly do not match those for which he was renditioned.
In total, he requested 11 reliefs, including an order for his release from the Department of State Services (DSS) custody, and a restraint against further prosecution in the criminal matter with charge number FHC/ABJ/CR/383/2015, currently before Justice Binta Nyako. He also asked for “the sum of N100 million as the cost of this action.”
However, the Federal Government and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), listed as the 1st and 2nd defendants, filed a preliminary objection. In the notice dated June 6 but filed June 27, 2022, they argued that the case was “an abuse of court process.”
They pointed out that Kanu had filed a similar suit with identical facts at the Federal High Court in Umuahia (FHC/UM/CS/30/2022), involving the same parties. As such, they contended, the Abuja court lacked jurisdiction to entertain a duplicate case.
Adding to the confusion in legal representation, Kanu’s counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, informed the court during an earlier proceeding that he had filed a notice to take over the case from Ozekhome.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the alleged terrorism financing and illegal firearms possession case involving former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, until April 15 and 16.
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik granted the adjournment on Tuesday after the prosecution requested more time to prepare for the trial.
During the court session, lead prosecuting counsel, Akinlolu Kehinde (SAN), informed the court that he had only recently been assigned to handle the case and needed additional time to consult with witnesses.
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“I got the instruction to take over the prosecution of the case on Monday and so I need time to interface with the witnesses,” Kehinde told the court while asking for a new hearing date.
Counsel for the defendants, Shuaibu Arua (SAN), did not oppose the request for adjournment.
Following the application, Justice Abdulmalik granted the request and fixed April 15 and 16 for the continuation of the trial.
The Department of State Services (DSS) had earlier arraigned the former justice minister and his son on a five-count charge bordering on alleged terrorism financing and unlawful possession of firearms.
According to the charge marked FHC/ABJ/CR/63/2026, Malami was accused of allegedly aiding terrorism financing by failing to prosecute suspected financiers whose case files were reportedly forwarded to him while he served as Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice.
The defendants were also accused of illegally storing firearms and ammunition at their residence located in Gesse Phase II Area of Birnin Kebbi Local Government Area of Kebbi State without lawful authority.
Items allegedly recovered include a Sturm Magnum 17-0101 firearm, 16 Redstar AAA 5’20 live cartridges, and 27 expended Redstar AAA 5’20 cartridges.
The alleged offences are said to violate provisions of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, as well as the Firearms Act, 2004.
The trial is expected to continue in April when the court begins full hearing of the case.
A routine patrol by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has led to the recovery of a stolen vehicle in Lagos and the exposure of a wanted driver, highlighting the importance of proper vehicle documentation and cooperation with authorities.
The incident occurred at the RS2.1114 Isolo Unit Command, where officers stopped an ash-coloured Toyota Sienna bearing registration number LSD438GK for a Vehicle Licence Violation (VLV) on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at about 5:11 p.m.
While the driver initially failed to present valid documents, further checks revealed the vehicle had been reported stolen and the driver was already declared wanted.
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The suspect was subsequently handed over in handcuffs to the Nigeria Police Force, Ajao Division, for further action.
The FRSC credited the recovery to the National Vehicle Identification Scheme (NVIS), a digital framework that strengthens vehicle verification and tracking.
The scheme has reportedly helped identify, trace, and recover numerous stolen vehicles nationwide, while curbing criminal syndicates involved in vehicle theft and identity manipulation.
In a statement, Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide stressed that enforcement is not only about traffic compliance but also crime prevention and public safety, urging motorists to always carry valid documentation and cooperate with patrol officers.
Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed commended the Isolo team for their vigilance, affirming the FRSC’s commitment to leveraging technology, intelligence, and strategic partnerships to protect lives and property on Nigerian roads.
A major election scandal unfolded on Saturday in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as security agents apprehended a young woman in the Kabusa area for allegedly possessing 20 voter cards during the ongoing area council elections.
The woman, dressed in a black shirt and red trousers with a white scarf, was intercepted at Polling Unit 001 in Kabusa Primary School.
She was immediately escorted into a police van by security personnel, raising concerns about the integrity of the election process.
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Meanwhile, the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, was on the ground monitoring the elections.
He visited several polling units, including the Karu Chief’s Palace, to interact with adhoc staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and assess voter turnout.
Wike reportedly inquired about the progress of the voting and the challenges faced by election officials.
This incident comes amid reports of low voter turnout and other electoral irregularities in parts of Abuja, underscoring ongoing concerns about electoral security and transparency in the FCT area council elections.
Authorities have assured that investigations are ongoing, and the suspect may face legal action pending further verification of her actions.
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