Legal consul Ifeanyi Ejiofor, the main counsel for imprisoned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu, has alleged that Kanu ordered IPOB supporters to go on a fast ahead of his trial on October 21.
In a statement acquired by SaharaReporters on Thursday, Ejiofor stated that Kanu and the legal team were confident of victory, and that no justifications from the Department of State Services would be allowed.
The lawyer also refuted many rumors, such as Kanu being flown to China and Israel by the Nigerian government.
Kanu was robust and ready to appear at the Federal High Court in Abuja on October 21, according to Ejiofor.
The IPOB leader’s lawyer said, “As the D-Day approaches, the legal team is not leaving any stone unturned towards ensuring that all the “t’s” are crossed and “i’s” dotted.
“Onyendu was equally amazed by another fake news that was making headline in some social media quarters, that he was asked to sign any document before regaining his freedom. This is total falsehood and he is urging his esteemed followers to please ignore this falsehood.
“Above all, our indefatigable Client is strong and tenaciously holding firm in spirit. He is ready for the 21st October 2021 appearance in court. This date is SACROSANCT and shall remain so.
“Our Client – Onyendu Mazi Nnamdi Kanu urges millions of his followers and supporters to continue to conduct themselves and carry on within the ambit of the laws, as you all have always done. More strikingly and commendable is the fact that your solidarity has remained unshaken against all intimidating circumstance, and for this, he is deeply grateful.
“Onyendu advised his supporters and millions of followers to go into dry fasting as the D-Day approaches, because resounding victory will be ours on this date and the Almighty Chukwuokike Abiama will be given the glory and adoration in the en
