Kanu, IPOB leader, begs for forgiveness

Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB,

has formally apologised to the Federal High Court, Justice Binta Nyako, and Adegboyega Awomolo, SAN, over his conduct at the last proceedings of his trial.

In making the passionate plea for forgiveness, Kanu also promised to be of good conduct throughout the duration of his trial.

This was contained in a lengthy prepared speech delivered by his lead counsel, Mr. Kanu Agabi, who was a former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice.

Kanu specifically appealed to Justice Nyako and Awomolo to forgive and forget his outburst and attacks against them in open court.Agabi admitted that Kanu had a reason to be angry but should not have spoken in that mood.

“In expressing his anger, he attacked the Federal High Court, he attacked Justice Binta Nyako, he attacked the prosecutor, and he attacked his own lawyers,” he said.

“I hereby apologise to Justice Binta Nyako. She did not deserve the unjust attack. I apologise to Chief Adegboyega Awomolo, SAN. He deserves the highest respect. He was castigated without reservations.

“I appeal for forgiveness. Kanu is a good man, but all of us cannot be of one mind. He is not perfect but is defending the cause of the Igbo people, who are resilient, fearless, and use their God-given talents to give a good account of themselves.

“We may have misgivings, but we must seek forgiveness. In resolving our differences, let us employ peace and not violence.”

Reacting to the development, Awomolo, SAN, said he was touched by the plea, adding that he had forgiven Kanu for all he said against him.

Awomolo added that he was not a persecutor but a prosecutor and that they work to ensure the quick resolution of the charges.

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