Why The Court Declared Nnamdi Kanu Guilty on All Terrorism Charges - Full Details Emerge

A major judicial shockwave hit Nigeria's political landscape on Monday as the Federal High Court in Abuja convicted the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, on all seven terrorism-related charges brought against him by the Federal Government through the Department of State Services (DSS).

Delivering the judgment, Justice James Omotosho ruled that the prosecution provided "credible, overwhelming and uncontroverted evidenceÔÇØ proving that Kanu's activities amounted to terrorism under Nigerian law.

According to the court, Kanu's broadcasts, directives, and activities allegedly fueled violence, unrest, and bloodshed across the South-East, a situation the judge said disqualified him from being described as a "freedom fighter.ÔÇØ

Justice Omotosho stated that Kanu's actions portrayed him not as a defender of the Igbo people but as someone whose rhetoric worsened insecurity and encouraged attacks on government institutions.

The judge also faulted Kanu for choosing not to present any defence, insisting that the court had no option but to rely solely on the case presented by the prosecution.

"Since the defendant rested his case on the prosecution and did not bring any witness or evidence, the court is compelled to accept the prosecution's case as proved,ÔÇØ the judge ruled.

The court further declared that Kanu's conduct "fits the legal definition of terrorismÔÇØ and that he "must be treated as such without fear or favour.ÔÇØ

Justice Omotosho is expected to conclude the remaining portions of the judgment later today, including possible sentencing implications.

This ruling marks one of the most decisive legal steps in the long-running trial involving Kanu, whose arrest, extradition, detention, and court processes have continued to stir intense controversy across the country and within the international community.