The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a notice of appeal challenging his conviction and the multiple sentences handed down by the Federal High Court, describing the entire trial as fundamentally flawed and a miscarriage of justice.
In the notice of appeal dated February 4, 2026, Kanu formally notified the Court of Appeal of his intention to be physically present during the hearing. He stated that his presence is necessary, as he may choose to personally conduct his appeal.
Kanu accused the trial court of procedural impropriety, faulting it for delivering judgment while his bail application was still pending. According to him, this action undermined the fairness and integrity of the trial process. He also argued that the court convicted him under a law that had already been repealed at the time of judgment.
Further alleging a denial of his constitutional right to fair hearing, Kanu claimed he was not given the opportunity to file or adopt a final written address before judgment was delivered.
In his reliefs before the appellate court, the IPOB leader urged the Court of Appeal to allow the appeal, quash his conviction and sentences, and enter an order discharging and acquitting him on all counts.
