Again, one brilliant decision after another. First Umar Farouk Abdul Mutallab decides it's a great idea to strap explosives to his crotch. He also feels that it wouldn't be noticed as he lit his nether-regions aflame.
Now he wants to represent himself.
"I don't feel any representation I get would suit -- would represent me in a way that is in my best interest." Abdul Muttalab said.
Clearly he felt that a man who ignites his cojones can make a better decision than any average human being.