The development followed proceedings on Friday during which the prosecution failed to show up, prompting defence counsel to apply for the charges to be struck out or dismissed.
The Kuje Magistrate Court in Abuja has granted the prosecution a final opportunity to appear in the trial of individuals arrested in connection with the October 20, 2025 #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest.
The development followed proceedings on Friday during which the prosecution failed to show up, prompting defence counsel to apply for the charges to be struck out or dismissed.
Those facing trial include activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, Special Counsel to the imprisoned leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, Kanu’s younger brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, and 11 other protesters.
They are being prosecuted over their participation in a protest demanding the release of IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu.
