I’m scared Nnamdi Kanu may die - Ozekhome tells Supreme Court

Nnamdi Kanu’s Senior Counsel, Mike Ozekhome has said that he fear the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) may die following his illness while in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS).

Addressing the apex court on Thursday, Ozekhome, noted that Kanu’s health has deteriorated and he needs a urgent medical care.

Kanu's lawyer told the court to rule in favour of the transfer of Kanu from DSS custody to Kuje correctional centre so he begins treatment.

“My Lords, Nnamdi Kanu is sick, he has been approved for surgery but they have refused to release him for treatment,” BBC News Pidgin quoted Ozekhome as saying.

“We are pleading for him to be transferred from DSS custody to Kuje correctional centre so that he can begin treatment like others.

“He’s getting really sick, I’m scared he may die in the custody of DSS. Dead bodies are not prosecuted.”

In response to Ozekhome’s plea, the apex court said that God will keep Kanu alive and that he will not die in the DSS custody.

“Nnamdi Kanu will not die in detention. God will keep him alive and his blood won’t be in your hands,” the court said.

The court further adjourned the hearing to September 14.