WIKE VOWS TO TESTIFY IN KANU’S TRIAL BUT LAYS DOWN CONDITION
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Nyesom Wike has indicated that he is willing to appear as a witness in the high-profile trial of Nnamdi Kanu — provided certain conditions are met.
Speaking recently, Wike said his involvement is contingent on the court first guaranteeing his protection and ensuring his deposition is treated under proper witness-status protocols. He stressed that his testimony would only be credible if it is summoned officially and not offered voluntarily in an ad hoc manner.
He noted that recent public disclosures by Kanu listing names of potential witnesses raised complex legal and security issues, and said the judiciary must take clear steps to safeguard anyone who agrees to testify in sensitive cases. Wike emphasised that the public interest demands such assurances before he would commit to participating in the process.
Legal analysts say Wike’s stance could impact the pace and structure of Kanu’s defence and prosecution strategy. If Wike is formally summoned, his testimony could become a pivotal moment in the trial — especially given his status and perceived influence. However, his condition highlights growing concerns around witness safety, institutional protections and the duties of courts in politically charged cases.
Observers expect Wike’s legal team and counsel for Kanu to engage soon in formal correspondence to determine how his potential testimony would be processed and whether the court will schedule a special hearing to hear his evidence.
The development adds a new layer of intrigue to the ongoing trial, which already involves questions of jurisdiction, witness lists, and national-security dimensions. How the judiciary responds to Wike’s condition may signal how Nigeria handles high-stakes prosecutions involving elite figures and politically sensitive defendants.
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