Family dismisses Ozekhome and Ejiofor, Kanu’s attorneys
In a significant turn of events, the family of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the detained Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has decided to terminate the services of Mike Ozekhome, SAN, and Ifeanyi Ejiofor, who previously held the positions of his lead counsels.
This consequential decision was communicated through a statement released by Kanu’s younger brother, Kanunta Kanu, on June 15. Titled “Notice of Dismissal,” the statement marks a notable development in Kanu’s legal representation.
The reasons behind this decision have not been explicitly stated, leaving room for speculation and further inquiries into the motivations behind the family’s action. As the legal proceedings involving Mazi Nnamdi Kanu continue, this change in legal representation introduces a new dynamic to the ongoing case.
As we await further updates and clarity on this matter, it remains to be seen how this alteration in the legal team will impact the overall trajectory of Kanu’s defense. The coming days may shed more light on the family’s decision and its implications for the future legal strategy.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as new information emerges, keeping you informed on the latest developments surrounding Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s legal journey.
The statement, reads below 👇
“I hereby formally notify @MikeozekhomeSAN and @lfeanyiEjiofor that their services are no longer required in #MaziNnamdiKanu case pending before the Supreme court of Nigeria and all concerning him. “
Ozekhome’s alleged refusal to allow Kanu’s personal physicians access to him for the urgent ear surgery was cited by the family as part of reasons for the action.
“After Mazi Nnamdi kanu’s case on 11th May 2023 Prof Mike Ozekhome SAN has refused to see his client in DSS headquarters Abuja even after several messages from #MNK to see him. Secondly, for stopping the medical doctors who were to examine #MNK on 5th June even when he and Bar. lfeanyi Ejiofor were duly informed on 2nd of June and #MNK told them to inform his family to arrange that. For this obvious reasons and many more, Prof Mike Ozekhome SAN and Barr. Ifeanyi Ejiofor are hereby SACKED as Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s counsels.
The Kanu’s family do appreciate your time and efforts so far, please handover the legal documents asap.”