A Federal High Court Judge in Abuja, Justice James Omotosho, has narrowly escaped an assassination attempt. The incident occurred just days after he sentenced Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to life imprisonment.
According to reports, Justice Omotosho’s vehicle was riddled with bullets in what appears to be a calculated attack. The judge was quickly rushed to a hospital for urgent medical attention as security forces scrambled to secure the area and launch an investigation.
The assassination attempt has sent shockwaves through judicial circles, with many condemning the attack. “This is an outrage. A judge cannot be silenced for simply doing his job,” a source said. Another insider warned that “if justice is under attack, then the very foundation of law is being threatened”.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of judicial officers in Nigeria, especially those handling high-profile cases. Authorities are working to identify the perpetrators and bring them to justice. The investigation is ongoing, with security agencies examining ballistic evidence and reviewing CCTV footage to piece together the circumstances surrounding the attack.
Justice Omotosho’s life sentence for Nnamdi Kanu had already sparked tensions, and this attempt on his life is likely to heighten security concerns in the country.
Follow-up Questions:
– What are the latest updates on Justice Omotosho’s condition after the assassination attempt?
– How has the Nigerian government responded to the incident, and what measures are being taken to ensure the judge’s safety?
– What are the potential implications of this assassination attempt on the country’s judicial system and national security?