The Federal Government has asked the court to impose the death penalty on the convicted leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, following his conviction on terrorism charges.
Counsel to the government, Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN), told the court that the provisions of the law under which Kanu was tried and found guilty prescribe a death sentence without the option of a lesser punishment.
Addressing the court after the conviction was pronounced, Awomolo argued that the judge had no discretion in the matter and must impose the maximum penalty as mandated by law.
He further submitted that Kanu showed no remorse throughout the trial for the offences committed against the Federal Republic of Nigeria, but instead maintained what he described as a militant, arrogant and unruly disposition.
The senior lawyer also urged the court to order the forfeiture of all properties seized from Kanu to the Federal Government.
Awomolo additionally prayed the court to commit Kanu to prison custody, where his safety would be guaranteed, pending the execution of the sentence.
