Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Federal High Court in Abuja after being found guilty on all seven terrorism-related charges filed against him.

Justice James Omotosho, delivering judgment in Kanu’s trial, described Kanu as a terrorist whose activities had resulted in violence and instability across the South-East region. He noted that although Kanu presented himself as a protector of his people, his actions ultimately threatened lives and national security.

“The court finds that the defendant, Nnamdi Kanu, is an international terrorist and must be treated accordingly,” Justice Omotosho stated.

The judge added that the prosecution provided credible and compelling evidence to establish its case, while Kanu chose not to offer a defense, opting instead to rely solely on the prosecution’s submissions.