Justice Nyako resumes Nnamdi Kanu’s trial amid recusal dispute (video)

The trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), resumed on Monday, Feb. 10, before Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court. 

Kanu’s trial was stalled after Justice Binta Nyako of the Abuja Federal High Court entered a recusal order on September 24, 2024. 

The judge entered the recusal order after Kanu ordered her to step down from his trial because he lacked confidence in her ability. 

Following her decision, Justice Nyako had returned Kanu’s case file to the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, John Tsoho. 

However, John Tsoho returned the case file to Justice Nyako, stating that Kanu’s request must be made formally through a motion on notice. 

Earlier today, Kanu arrived at the Abuja Federal High Court for the resumption of his trial. 

Kanu’s brother, Kanunta, posted a video of the IPOB leader’s arrival, in court and wrote: “10th of February 2025 #MaziNnamdiKanu live at dishonourable Justice Binta Nyako’s court in Abuja, Nigeria.” 

During Monday’s proceedings, Justice Nyako reiterated that her recusal had not been formally accepted by the Chief Judge. 

She advised Kanu’s defence team, led by Aloy Ejimakor, to submit a written application if they still sought her withdrawal.
 

See the video of Nnamdi Kanu in court today below.