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Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial Adjourned Till January As Court Allows Him Change Clothes [PHOTOS, VIDEO]

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Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Thursday adjourned the trial of the detained leader of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) Nnamdi Kanu till January 18, 2022.

ABN TV recalls that Kanu’s case was originally scheduled to be heard next year, but the court on Wednesday granted an abridgement of time after a motion was filed by the Nigerian separatist leader. This allowed for a hearing today, Thursday.

Justice Nyako had on November 10, 2021, adjourned the trial of Kanu till January 19 and 20, 2022, for trial. But the court granted an abridgement of time after a motion was filed in that respect and his matter was heard today (Thursday).

Kanu was not present in court.

One of his lawyers, Aloy Ejimakor told journalists that part of the things that was heard is the application for his bail among others. The lawyer also said it is not mandatory that Kanu to be in court for the bail application hearing.

READ ALSO: No Sit-At-Home As Nnamdi Kanu Appears In Court Today, Says IPOB

Earlier, there were expectations that the IPOB leader would be making an unscheduled appearance in court today.

There was little presence of security operatives, which is uncommon with Kanu’s court appearances.

Nnamdi Kanu is facing charges bordering on alleged terrorism and treasonable felony.

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Gov Yahaya Bello Presents Two Houses To Wives Of Late Police Escort

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Munachi
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Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State on Wednesday in Lokoja presented two houses to the wives of his deceased police escort, Inspector Aminu Salisu.

Bello during the presentation appealed to relevant authorities for continuous support to families of deceased officers.

Bello presented the keys to the houses located in Abuja to the widows at the launch of the 2022 emblem for the Armed Forces Remembrance, in commencement of activities to mark the 2022 Armed Forces Remembrance Day.

Bello said the houses presentation to the late Salisu’s widows demonstrated the commitments of the State Government to supporting the families of the deceased hero of the state.

READ ALSO: Guardiola Beats Ferguson’s Premier League Record After Man City Beat Aston Villa

The governor noted that the government will also ensure that the families of late Salisu and other deceased security officers will never be left to suffer.

Bello lamented the sad state at which some families of deceased security officers are left, stressing the need for fallen heroes to continue to be remembered.

The governor said that the event of the emblem launch is symbolic as it signifies the gratitude of the government and people of the state for the sacrifices of the Armed Forces.

He noted that it is also a moment to reflect on the desired unity and security of the country and as well ponder on the challenges facing the nation’s security agencies.

He said: “Kogi is the safest in the country, and this feat is a product of the patriotism, commitment and sacrifice of security agencies in the state.

“It is saddening to see security personnels, after giving their all in the service of the country retires into life of poverty, advocating for improved welfare for members of the security forces.

“In Kogi, we appreciate the efforts of these fallen heroes and are committed to ensuring that their families are not just left alone to suffer.”

The State Security Adviser to the Governor, retired Navy Commander Jerry Omodara, said the prevailing peace and security in the state was a direct product of the sacrifices and diligent service of the security agencies.

Omodara said that the Bello-led administration was doing a lot to improve the standard of living of families of retired and deceased officers.

He said: “Beside the empowerment of three widows each in the 21 local governments of the state and payment of medical bills of its sick members, through the support of the state government, the legion now has a functional secretariat in Lokoja, the state capital.”

Warrant Officer David Salawu, a civil war veteran and Chairman of the Legion in the state, lauded Bello for caring for members of the legion.

Guardiola Beats Ferguson’s Premier League Record After Man City Beat Aston Villa

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Munachi
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Pep Guardiola has beaten legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, after Manchester City’s hard fought 2-1 win against Aston Villa in Wednesday’s Premier League game.

City sustained the pressure on leaders Chelsea thanks to goals from Ruben Dias and Bernardo Silva which put City 2-0 up at half time.

READ ALSO: We Deserved A Point Against Chelsea – Watford Boss Ranieri

Ollie Watkins pulled a goal back for Villa but City held on for the win.

Following the win City who are on 32 points, are just one point behind Chelsea in the league table.

And according to football facts and statistics outfit Optajoe, Guardiola earned his 150th Premier League win at City – only the fourth manager to reach this total for a club.

And after just 204 games, this beats Sir Alex Ferguson’s record at Man United, who celebrated his 150th win in his 247th match.

We Deserved A Point Against Chelsea – Watford Boss Ranieri

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Munachi
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Watford boss Claudio Ranieri felt his side were slightly unlucky against Chelsea.

The Hornets put in a creditable display against the league leaders at home, creating as many chances as they gave up.

However, Chelsea had superior finishing, with Mason Mount and Hakim Ziyech getting the goals to give them a 2-1 win.

Ranieri told BBC Sport: “We deserved at least a point but that’s football. I’m very satisfied with our performance. We must continue this way and sooner or later the points will arrive. We must believe in ths job. They’re working very well. I hope the fans are proud of us. I’m proud of my players. We pushed in every situation. Chelsea have fantastic players but all we can do is keep going and believe.

READ ALSO: “I Would Rather Die Than Join Real Madrid” – Pique

“We never gave up. We want to continue in this way. We believe this is the right way.

“It’s difficult to say [what they could have done to get a result]. We did our best. A team like Chelsea never had a corner tonight, we pushed a lot. We put them under pressure and nothing. We miss a point. Just this.

“They came three times and scored a goal twice. We tried to do our best.

“Now we are involved in a relegation battle but if we continue to play in this way with this mentality, all together – I saw a fantastic group…”

“I Would Rather Die Than Join Real Madrid” – Pique

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Munachi
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Barcelona defender, Gerard Pique, has insisted that he would rather die than join Real Madrid in the near future.

Pique, who said it is impossible for him to join Real Madrid, stated this ahead of Barcelona’s LaLiga clash with Real Betis on Saturday.

When asked what it would take to get him considering an offer from Real Madrid, Pique told Spanish television show El Homiguero, “It’s absolutely impossible.

“There’s nothing. I would rather die than go to Madrid,” he added with a smile.

Pique has enjoyed success and won trophies at Barcelona with players such as seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, Lionel Messi, Xavi, Andres Iniesta, Luis Suarez and Neymar.

The former Manchester United star has won eight LaLiga, seven Copa del Rey trophies, three Champions League trophies as well as a Euros and World Cup with Spain.

Why Kante Is My Toughest Opponent – Gundogan

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Munachi
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Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has revealed that playing against Chelsea midfielder, N’Golo Kante remains his toughest opponent.

Gundogan has hailed the impact of Kante and has said that the 30-year-old is the toughest player he has faced in his career.

“If i need to compare position wise, someone who plays in midfield, probably someone like N’Golo Kante, just the fact that you know you pass him and you feel like he cannot come back anymore,” he said.

READ ALSO: New Electoral Act Will End Fraudulent Practices At Collation Centres, No Figure Manipulation — Udensi

“And then a couple of seconds later when you think you have a bit of space and time, he’s there.

“He’s incredible, the amount of work that he puts into the game, it’s just unbelievable.”

New Electoral Act Will End Fraudulent Practices At Collation Centres, No Figure Manipulation — Udensi

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ABN TV EDITOR
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An Interpol Systems Consultant in Nigeria, Sir Chikwe Udensi has expressed optimism that when signed into law, the new Electoral Act will bring to an end electoral fraud which he says characterises Nigeria’s electoral system and end era of figure manipulation.

According to Sir Udensi, a chieftain of APGA, most of the electoral malpractices occur at the collation centres where he said figures are being mischievously changed to unduly favour some individuals.

Featuring on a radio programme, Open Parliament on Family Love FM Umuahia and ABN TV on Wednesday, Sir Chikwe Udensi, therefore, urged President Muhammadu Buhari to sign into law the Electoral Act passed into law by the National Assembly.

“He (Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila) said specifically without any equivocation that the President will sign it into law. So we assume he will sign the new Electoral Act into law.

“If he signs it into law, it will be about the best thing that has happened to our electoral system. It will be a shift from the very fraudulent collation centres we have.

READ ALSO: Senator Orji Kalu Should Be Commended For Being The First Igbo Leader To Visit Nnamdi Kanu – Ohanaeze Tells Ejiofor

“Most of the fraudulent acts we have in the electoral system is perpetrated at the collation centres. When they gather at the collation centres, they change figures.

“If it is 20 that a candidate got from a collation centre, they can add zero (0) at the back of it.

“But with what we have now, where from the point that the actual voting is done, it is electronically transmitted to the server, that is the best thing. Collation centre is eliminated” he said.

No Sit-At-Home As Nnamdi Kanu Appears In Court Today, Says IPOB

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ABN TV EDITOR
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Nnamdi Kanu, IPOB’s leader, is billed to appear in court on Thursday for the continuation of his trial.

Although IPOB had suspended its sit-at-home directive in the Southeast, the proscribed separatist group said the sit-at-home order will only be enforced on the days Kanu will appear in court.

But in a statement issued on Wednesday, Emma Powerful, IPOB spokesperson, said there “will be no lockdown tomorrow in any part of Biafra land” as a result of Kanu’s court appearance.

We wish to inform Biafrans, friends of Biafra and lovers of freedom that our Leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, will be in court tomorrow, December 2, 2021 in Abuja. We, therefore, urge Biafrans living in Abuja and its environs to come out en masse to solidarise with our leader,” the statement reads.

“Meanwhile, there will be no lockdown tomorrow in any part of Biafra land as a result of the court appearance. Biafrans resident in Biafra land, as well as visitors to Biafra land, are free to go about their lawful businesses without fear of molestation or intimidation.

READ ALSO: Nnamdi Kanu May Not Be Releases Today, Lawyer Ejimakor Reveals

“We have not asked or authorised anybody to monitor or enforce any lockdown. Again, there will be no lockdown in Biafra land for tomorrow’s court appearance of our Leader. Only Biafrans and friends of Biafra in Abuja and its environs that are encouraged to be at the court premises.”

IPOB also asked supporters of its movement to remain peaceful and law-abiding before and after the trial on Thursday.

Nnamdi Kanu May Not Be Releases Today, Lawyer Ejimakor Reveals

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ABN TV EDITOR
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Aloy Ejimakor, the Special Counsel to Nigerian Biafra political activist, Nnamdi Kanu, and the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) says reports claiming his client will be freed today is “premature” and based on “assumption”.

Ejimakor said this in an interview with BBC News Pidgin published on the website on Thursday morning.

According to him, he is not happy with the rumours bandied about by most IPOB separatists.

ABN TV recalls that Kanu’s treason case was originally scheduled to be heard next year, but the court granted an abridgement of time after a motion was filed by the Nigerian separatist leader.

Justice Nyako had on November 10, 2021, adjourned the trial of Kanu till January 19 and 20, 2022, for trial.

But the court granted an abridgement of time after a motion was filed in that respect, and he is expected to appear in court today (Thursday).

Kanu, 54, was born at Afaraukwu, Abia State. He had been arrested in 2017 for demanding the secession of the South-East zone from the Nigerian State.

However, he jumped bail in June 2018 before leaving for the United Kingdom (UK), though he said that he fled because his life was no longer safe in Nigeria.

After more than three years abroad, Nigeria’s Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami at a press briefing in Abuja on June 29, 2021, announced that the IPOB leader was re-arrested in a foreign country and extradited to Nigeria.

Ejimakor had said the IPOB leader was re-arrested in Kenya and whisked to Nigeria.

Upon his re-arrest and extradition in June 2021, he was re-arraigned before Justice Nyako for terrorism-related charges brought against him by the AGF office. Kanu has since been remanded in the custody of the DSS in Abuja.

Some respected Igbo elders, led by Minister of Aviation in the First Republic, Chief Mbazulike Amaechi, had recently visited President Muhammadu Buhari in Aso Rock and requested the unconditional release of the detained secessionist leader.

Buhari had told them he would not want to interfere in the running of the judiciary but said he would consider their demand though “a heavy one.”

Respect My Age, Stop The Killings Now, Mbazulike Amaechi Urges Igbo Youths

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Alex Enemanna
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An Elder Statesman, Chief Mbazulike Amaechi, 92, has urged Igbo youths to respect his age and stop the wanton killings and destruction of property in the South East Zone.

Amaechi made the appeal on Wednesday in Abakaliki while briefing newsmen after a closed-door meeting with Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi.

The elder statesman said that he was in the state to brief the governor as the Chairman of the South-East Governors Forum on his efforts to stop the incessant violence in the zone, especially by youths.

“I led a delegation of Igbo leaders to President Muhammadu Buhari on the growing trend of violence in the country especially in the southeast zone.

“He was happy with the visit and we are expecting positive results because peace and reconciliation cannot be achieved with violence,” he said.

The First Republic Minister regretted the reported killing of policemen and civilians in Ebonyi and other parts of the country and called for an end to such carnages.

“I plead with all agitating groups both known and unknown to give peace a chance for full restoration of security to the zone and the entire country.

“I am the only surviving minister of the first republic and plead that my age should be respected.

“I should be assisted to make peace in the zone and country before I join my maker.

“Youths are presently witnessing a period when the naira has no value, passengers disembark from their vehicles to cross security check points among other issues,” he said.

Amaechi recalled the events of the 1979 and 1999 general elections in the country and noted that Igbos missed the opportunities of clinching the presidential positions on both occasions.

“I believe the Igbos have qualified and respected individuals who can clinch and acquaint themselves creditably as the country’s president.

“I advise aspirants for the position from the zone to work towards ensuring that their respective political parties nominate an Igbo man for the position.

“”When Igbos emerge as the candidates of the respective parties, we would support whoever wins,” the nonagenarian said

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