A Department of State Services (DSS) operative, testifying as a witness for the Federal Government, has revealed that no weapons of terrorism or violence were recovered from Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), during his arrest on October 15, 2015, in Lagos.
*Key Points from the Witness's Testimony*
- *No Weapons Recovered*: The witness, code-named PWAAA, admitted that no arms or weapons of public disturbance were found on Kanu or his female companion during the arrest.
- *Personal Properties*: The witness stated that all the items recovered from Kanu were his personal properties, which may not be ordinarily offensive but could have been intended for a different purpose.
- *No Analysis Conducted*: The DSS operative revealed that he did not analyze any of the items recovered from Kanu, as his mandate was to enforce the arrest and obtain a statement from the defendant.
*Items Recovered from Kanu*
- *Electronics and Accessories*: The witness listed various electronic devices, including laptops, iPads, modems, and phones, which were recovered from Kanu during the arrest.
- *Personal Items*: Other personal items, such as shoes, belts, watches, and perfumes, were also found on Kanu.
*Cross-Examination Highlights*
- *Statement Obtained Without Lawyer*: The witness admitted that Kanu's statement was obtained without the presence of his lawyer.
- *No Confrontation with Other Individuals*: The DSS operative revealed that no one was brought before Kanu to confront him on any issue of terrorism.
*Implications of the Testimony*
- *Kanu's Case*: The witness's testimony may have implications for Kanu's case, particularly with regards to the charges brought against him by the Federal Government.
- *DSS's Handling of the Case*: The witness's admission that no analysis was conducted on the recovered items and that Kanu's statement was obtained without his lawyer's presence may raise questions about the DSS's handling of the case [1].
