Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has declared that his conviction “has no legal foundation,” insisting that no individual can be lawfully convicted under a repealed law.
Kanu made the remarks during a visit by his brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, and his lawyer, Dr. Maxwell Opara, at the Sokoto Medium Security Prison.
According to them, Kanu expressed deep dissatisfaction with the handling of his trial, stating that even his final written address focused on fair hearing was allegedly denied.
He further argued that the evidence relied upon for his conviction was neither listed in the charge sheet nor tendered before the court.
Kanu accused the court of depending on previously struck-out charges in delivering judgment, describing this as “a major judicial flaw.”
After reviewing the ruling, he said he identified multiple errors that, in his view, invalidate the entire trial process.
He also questioned why favourable decisions from the Umuahia High Court, Enugu Court of Appeal, the United Nations, and even the Supreme Court each of which he claims affirmed that the laws used against him were repealed were disregarded.
Kanu called on Nigerian judges, magistrates, and legal practitioners to examine the judgment and uphold constitutional principles.
He emphasized that his grievances are rooted in justice, not ethnicity or personal interests.
“I, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, reject injustice and evil against anyone, no matter their tribe, faith, or ethnic background. Injustice to me is injustice everywhere,” he stated.
He concluded by thanking supporters for their prayers, solidarity, and unwavering goodwill: “Elohim bless you all.”
