Its not news that the FG brought an ammended seven count charge against IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. However, it turns out that one of the charges is not even a crime. The charge reads:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia Stale on the 16th of May, 2021, in London, United Kingdom within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did commit an act in furtherance of an act of terrorism by making a broadcast that “In 2 weeks’ time, what will happen will shake the world, people will die, the whole world will stand still, mark my word” and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 1 (2) (b) of the Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act, 2013.

That Nnamdi Kanu said that in two weeks time, people will die? People die every day. How can it be a crime to say that people will die in the future? It is a statement of fact.

How is this charge a crime?

People merely dying doesn't shake the world. So it is the context and tone that made it a threat - a crime

Since one of the charges is not a crime, make them kuku convict am for the remaining charges na

gidgiddy:
Its not news that the FG brought an ammended seven count charge against IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. However, it turns out that one of the charges is not even a crime. The charge reads:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia Stale on the 16th of May, 2021, in London, United Kingdom within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did commit an act in furtherance of an act of terrorism by making a broadcast that “In 2 weeks’ time, what will happen will shake the world, people will die, the whole world will stand still, mark my word” and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 1 (2) (b) of the Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act, 2013.

That Nnamdi Kanu said that in two weeks time, people will die? People die every day. How can it be a crime to say that people will die in the future? It is a statement of fact.

How is this charge a crime?

The court will have to decide if it's a crime or not.

Most were just made up

It's a crime to threaten terrorism. Go and read terrorism Act.

gidgiddy:
Its not news that the FG brought an ammended seven count charge against IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. However, it turns out that one of the charges is not even a crime. The charge reads:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia Stale on the 16th of May, 2021, in London, United Kingdom within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did commit an act in furtherance of an act of terrorism by making a broadcast that “In 2 weeks’ time, what will happen will shake the world, people will die, the whole world will stand still, mark my word” and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 1 (2) (b) of the Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act, 2013.

That Nnamdi Kanu said that in two weeks time, people will die? People die every day. How can it be a crime to say that people will die in the future? It is a statement of fact.

How is this charge a crime?

Dude, nothing in Nigeria makes sense. I grew up in that 'country' and I use to know no better, but now, it is glaringly clear to me that not only is Nigeria a tragic contradiction, its also claims to be what it is not; a democratic federation.

Probably the biggest failure of a country I've ever studied, with the most vile and sadistic leaders, hypocritical, over religious Clerics and citizens. They have the capability to be great, but deliberately choose not to and to kill and oppress! This 'country' isn't just ripe for disintegration, it deserves one! Tufiakwa!

Threatening is a punishable offence.

FreeIgboho:
People merely dying doesn't shake the world. So it is the context and tone that made it a threat - a crime

This is not even a threat as Nnamdi Kanu did not mention anyone or any people. He didnt even say he is killing anyone. All he said is that people will die in two weeks. Is it possible for two weeks to pass without anyone dying?

How anyone can file such a flimsy charge in court is beyond me

t6:
Threatening is a punishable offence.

If everyone who ever made a threat were to be jailed, we would all be in jail

All these uneducated folks creating stupid threads. Don't you know "threat " is a crime?

My own is it KANU Goes to jail federal government should prepare for another round of war .

Let’s see how it goes

Coldie:
He should prove what that thing is that will shake the world

Covid is shaking the world especially the new strand ..lol

This type of charges by Nigerian lawyers sums up the rot in their education system

op don't mind them. We've taken the case to both ICC and the ICJ. There all their fabrications will fall flat and our victory will be assured. Thereafter, all those involved one way or the other in the killings of our people will be forcefully made to pay for those crimes. Our dead will be avenged.

SunShowAfrica:
All these uneducated folks creating stupid threads. Don't you know "threat " is a crime?

You need to go back to school to know what a threat is.....

By your assertion, you are implying that all these prophets in Nigeria who predict doom should be arrested and charged..
Very laughable

blackpanda:
It's a crime to threaten terrorism. Go and read terrorism Act.

Fulani Heardsmen and bandits have done worse. Why hasn't the government arrested or charged them to court?

You are a Hypocrite with no shame

mybiz234:


Fulani Heardsmen and bandits have done worse. Why hasn't the government arrested or charged them to court?

You are a Hypocrite with no shame

There is no charge against our leader.

SunShowAfrica:
All these uneducated folks creating stupid threads. Don't you know "threat " is a crime?

If everyone who ever made a threat were to be jailed, we would all be in jail. I even threaten to to kill my children when they misbehave, am I committing s crime?

minasi4841:


There is no charge against our leader.

Which leader?

Has the OP and those commenting read the following section in the Terrorism act?

thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 1 (2) (b) of the Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act, 2013.

Where is this thief oooooo?

God bless the person above me

where is super cop obioma kyari, ankara sewing crime burster

bigpriik:
My own is it KANU Goes to jail federal government should prepare for another round of war .

They will get what they have been looking for..

gidgiddy:
Its not news that the FG brought an ammended seven count charge against IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. However, it turns out that one of the charges is not even a crime. The charge reads:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia Stale on the 16th of May, 2021, in London, United Kingdom within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did commit an act in furtherance of an act of terrorism by making a broadcast that “In 2 weeks’ time, what will happen will shake the world, people will die, the whole world will stand still, mark my word” and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 1 (2) (b) of the Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act, 2013.

That Nnamdi Kanu said that in two weeks time, people will die? People die every day. How can it be a crime to say that people will die in the future? It is a statement of fact.

How is this charge a crime?

In context, this also falls under incitement, which is a crime.

IANAL...

It sounds like something any Nigerian pastor will say.

gidgiddy:


If everyone who ever made a threat were to be jailed, we would all be in jail. I even threaten to to kill my children when they misbehave, am I committing s crime?

That's because you are stupid and irresponsible

Alfamann:
It sounds like something any Nigerian pastor will say.

But Kanu said it and they charged him to court.

gidgiddy:
Its not news that the FG brought an ammended seven count charge against IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. However, it turns out that one of the charges is not even a crime. The charge reads:

That you Nnamdi Kanu, male, adult, of Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia Stale on the 16th of May, 2021, in London, United Kingdom within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did commit an act in furtherance of an act of terrorism by making a broadcast that “In 2 weeks’ time, what will happen will shake the world, people will die, the whole world will stand still, mark my word” and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 1 (2) (b) of the Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act, 2013.

That Nnamdi Kanu said that in two weeks time, people will die? People die every day. How can it be a crime to say that people will die in the future? It is a statement of fact.
How is this charge a crime?

Gidgiddy are you a judge to be the one to determine what constitutes a crime or not? You're not even a lawyer for Christ sake