Court Bars Nnamdi Kanu’s Sister-In-Law Over Unauthorized Livestream

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has barred the sister-in-law of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), from attending court for the next three sessions.

The woman, identified as Favour Kanu, was accused of livestreaming a previous court session and sharing restricted content online, an action not permitted in court.

During the trial on Tuesday, Justice Omotosho reminded the court that he had earlier warned Kanu and had chosen not to charge her with contempt at the time.

Kanu’s lawyer, Kanu Agabi, asked the court to show leniency, quoting the Bible and acknowledging that Favour owed the court an apology.

When asked to speak, Favour claimed she didn’t realize the court was in session at the time and said she stopped recording as soon as she was cautioned.

“I didn’t know the court was seated. The moment you cautioned me, I stopped because it was a livestream,” she explained.

Despite her response, the judge ruled that she would not be allowed to attend the next three court dates.

He also emphasised the importance of following proper procedures and maintaining respect for the court’s authority.

KanyiDaily recalls that a Department of State Services (DSS) officer recently testified that no weapon or terrorist-related item was found on Nnamdi Kanu during his arrest.