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Nnamdi Kanu's N50bn Suit: What You Need to Know (as of January 31, 2024)

  Nnamdi Kanu's N50bn Suit: What You Need to Know (as of January 31, 2024) Nnamdi Kanu , the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), is currently engaged in a legal battle with the Nigerian government. Here's a summary of the key points: The Lawsuit: Kanu filed a N50 billion lawsuit against the Federal Government in April 2022. He alleges his unlawful arrest and detention , claiming he was kidnapped from Kenya and brought back to Nigeria for trial. He seeks compensation for damages and an order for his release from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS). Current Status: The case has been adjourned several times . On January 29, 2024, it was postponed to April 27, 2024 . Kanu's lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor , recently took over the case from Mike Ozekhome (SAN). The federal government is contesting the lawsuit , arguing it's an abuse of court process and that a similar case is already pending. Key Issues: The case touches on