Drama in Courtroom as Justice Omotosho Expels Nnamdi Kanu’s Sister-in-Law Over Live Stream

 

In a dramatic turn of events at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Justice James Omotosho took decisive action against Mrs. Favour Kanu, the sister-in-law of Nnamdi Kanu—the self-proclaimed leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)—after discovering she had breached courtroom protocol by recording and sharing live footage of the court proceedings on social media.

Justice Omotosho, who was visibly irked by the conduct, ordered Mrs. Kanu to vacate the courtroom immediately. In a stern move to uphold the sanctity and decorum of the court, he also barred her from attending the next three court sittings related to the ongoing case.

The judge didn’t mince words regarding the seriousness of the violation. "If not for the intervention of the defence lawyer, Kanu Agabi," Justice Omotosho stated, "I would have cited her for contempt of court."

Before handing down the penalty, the judge summoned Mrs. Kanu to step forward and explain herself. Under the scrutiny of the court, she admitted to live-streaming the proceedings, albeit with a surprising explanation. She claimed she was unaware that the judge was still presiding over the session when she started broadcasting.

Her response, though apologetic, underscored a lack of awareness regarding courtroom procedures. She expressed remorse for her actions and assured the court that such behavior would not happen again.

Despite her apology, the judge remained firm in emphasizing the importance of respecting judicial proceedings. The incident serves as a sobering reminder that the courtroom is not a space for unauthorized recordings or social media activity—especially in cases as sensitive as that of Nnamdi Kanu.

This episode highlights not only the strict protocols governing courtroom behavior but also the judiciary’s zero-tolerance stance on disruptions, no matter who is involved.