The family of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to permit live streaming of his ongoing trial to ensure transparency and accurate public access.
The call, made through a statement by family spokesperson Emmanuel Kanu, follows growing concerns over what the family described as “deliberate misinformation” surrounding the court proceedings, including false reports that Kanu admitted to inciting violence and calling for the killing of security personnel.
Describing the claims as “baseless,” Emmanuel Kanu accused some media outlets of spreading government-driven propaganda.
“The media’s complicity in spreading lies, such as the baseless claim that Mazi Nnamdi Kanu admitted to inciting violence, is not a true reflection of what actually happened in court,” he said.
The family emphasized the global interest in the case, arguing that public livestreaming of the trial would help dispel misinformation and uphold judicial integrity.
“This case demands real-time access to counter the propaganda and falsehoods peddled by government-controlled media,” Kanu added.
Although the family acknowledged the impartial conduct of Justice James Omotosho, they voiced concerns about the alleged manipulation of facts by the prosecution, which they believe could distort public perception.
They also criticized the restrictions preventing Kanu’s family members and legal team from addressing the press after court proceedings, describing such limits as threats to free expression and a fair trial.
Emmanuel Kanu called on the court to allow live broadcasts of all hearings moving forward. He stressed that such transparency would not only preserve the integrity of the judiciary but also prevent further distortions and restore public trust.
