The leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has been brought to court by officials of the Department of State Security (DSS) for his trial.

He was brought into the courtroom amid heavy security with journalists denied access to him.

Other lawyers, journalists and representatives of apex Igbo socio-cultural group, Ohaneze Ndigbo worldwide and a former governor of Anambra State, Chief Chukwuemeka Ezeife were barred from entering the court premises.

DSS officials had earlier set up a barricade at the entrance of the Federal High Court where the case is to be heard and they prevented reporters and officials from gaining entry, resulting in angry scenes and arguments.

He is expected to take his fresh plea before trial Justice Binta Nyako.

Meanwhile, Kanu’s US based lawyer, Bruce Fein has arrived the court with his lead counsel, Ifeanyi Ejiofor.

This comes three days after the Federal Government filed seven amended charges bordering on treasonable felony and acts of terrorism against him.

The trial Judge, Justice Binta Nyako had adjourned proceedings to today due to Kanu’s absence in court on Monday, insisting the trial will not go on in his absence.

RN

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