Justice James Omotosho has barred IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu from using digital devices, including phones and computers, while serving his life sentence for terrorism.
Delivering judgment in Kanu’s trial, Justice Omotosho described him as a terrorist whose actions had resulted in bloodshed and destabilisation across the South-East.
He said, “From the evidence I have analysed, the convict has previously used digital devices, including phones, to broadcast messages that incited atrocities.
Based on this, I fully agree with the prosecution that he must not be allowed near any digital device. If access is necessary, it must be closely monitored by the Office of the National Security Advisor.
Justice Omotosho added that, owing to the scale of Kanu’s actions, the killings, and the toll on the people of the South-East, he should be placed in protective custody. The court ordered that Kanu be held in protective custody at any suitable custodial centre in the country.