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Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, the principal legal representative for Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has raised concerns regarding the fairness of his client’s trial, citing the Department of State Services (DSS) monitoring of their conversations.
Ejimakor disclosed that DSS officials had previously obtained secret recordings of his meetings and discussions with Kanu.
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He revealed an incident where a photograph of himself and Kanu taken during one of their meetings was presented as evidence in court by the DSS.
Addressing the issue during a press briefing in Abuja over the weekend, Ejimakor expressed worries about the privacy of their communications. He highlighted an occasion where he and another colleague were unknowingly photographed by the DSS during a consultation with Kanu, despite no visible cameras in the room.
The lawyer questioned the extent of surveillance, pondering the presence of hidden cameras and eavesdropping equipment. He emphasized the chilling effect this surveillance has on their ability to conduct an effective defense, stating that fear of being secretly recorded hampers their conversations.
Regarding the prospect of Kanu receiving a fair trial, Ejimakor expressed a lack of confidence, asserting that it is unattainable under the current circumstances.
He cited the profound interference with Kanu’s access to legal counsel and adequate facilities for his defense as significant barriers to a fair trial.
In conclusion, Ejimakor reiterated the impossibility of a fair trial given the prevailing conditions of Kanu’s detention, emphasizing the need for a more conducive environment for the legal process.
