The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has concluded that detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu’s ailment is not life-threatening, and he is fit to stand trial.
The NMA’s findings, submitted to the Federal High Court in Abuja, were read out during Thursday’s proceedings, prompting Justice James Omotosho to rule that Kanu’s trial could proceed.
Justice Omotosho granted Kanu six consecutive days, starting from October 23, to open and close his defense.
The court also allowed Kanu’s legal team to have a private consultation with him in the courtroom, citing concerns that their discussions might be tapped or recorded by the Department of State Services (DSS).
The NMA’s report is a significant development in Kanu’s ongoing terrorism trial, which has been ongoing for several years.
Kanu’s legal team had raised concerns about his health, claiming that he was suffering from a life-threatening condition.
However, the NMA’s findings suggest that Kanu’s health is stable enough for him to participate in the trial.
