Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, may receive medical attention at a private hospital in Abuja, according to his legal team. This development comes amid controversy over Kanu’s access to proper medical care.
Kanu’s Special Counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, revealed that a private hospital in Abuja has expressed readiness to admit Kanu for treatment. Ejimakor disclosed this information while addressing journalists in Abuja, stating that the private hospital’s identity would not be disclosed for security reasons. This option is being considered after the Nigerian government opposed an application to move Kanu to the National Hospital for medical attention.
The application to transfer Kanu to the National Hospital is still pending, according to Ejimakor. The Nigerian Medical Association is expected to submit a report and provide an opinion on Kanu’s medical condition. A committee or panel, which includes a member from the National Hospital, will review the report as ordered by the court.
Kanu is currently facing trial for terrorism at an Abuja Federal High Court. His legal team has raised concerns over his deteriorating health, emphasizing the need for urgent medical attention. The possibility of treating Kanu at a private hospital in Abuja may provide an alternative solution to his medical needs.
The situation highlights the ongoing challenges in ensuring Kanu receives adequate medical care while in custody. As the trial continues, the outcome of the application to transfer Kanu to a medical facility remains uncertain. The next steps in Kanu’s case will depend on the court’s decision regarding his medical treatment and the ongoing trial proceedings.
