The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed the hearing of a fresh N1 billion lawsuit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Federal Government. The adjournment until March 18th follows a delay in serving the defence with the necessary court documents.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has rescheduled the hearing of a N1 billion lawsuit brought by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of IPOB, against the Federal Government. Initially slated for yesterday, Justice James Omotosho postponed the hearing until March 18th after it was revealed that the defence had not been served with the required legal documents.
Counsel for the defence, I.I. Hassan, informed the court that they had not received the necessary court processes. However, Kanu’s lawyer, Alloy Ejimakor, asserted that all procedures for service had been completed and expressed concern over the delay in serving the defence.
In response to the situation, Justice Omotosho adjourned the case to March 18th to allow the plaintiff, Nnamdi Kanu, to properly serve the defence with the requisite documents.
Nnamdi Kanu, through his legal representative, Alloy Ejimakor, filed the latest lawsuit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1633/2023 to enforce his fundamental rights.
The postponement of Nnamdi Kanu’s lawsuit against the Federal Government highlights procedural challenges in the legal process. Despite efforts to expedite the case, the need for proper service of court documents has led to a delay in proceedings. As the case unfolds, stakeholders await further developments in this high-profile legal battle.
