section 107(1) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (2015) to facilitate Kanu’s release. They sent a three-page letter, dated June 19, 2024, to President Tinubu, requesting him to initiate a presidential peace initiative to address the issues and challenges affecting the southeast region of Nigeria....CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING.>>
Also, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, also supports calls for Kanu’s release, stating that it would promote peace.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Obi emphasized that there is no justification for Kanu’s continued detention, especially since the courts have granted him bail, and urged the government to comply with the court’s decision.
He stressed the importance of the rule of law and appealed to the government to release all individuals in similar situations.
On the other hand, Alex Ogbonnia, the National Public Secretary of Ohanaeze, emphasized that a political solution is crucial and that Kanu’s release would help reduce insecurity in the Southeast.
He highlighted that the Biafra agitation is a fundamental issue that goes beyond Kanu, pointing to the marginalization of South easterners as a significant factor.
Ogbonnia called for the Nigerian government to address the underlying causes of the agitation and suggested that Kanu’s release would lead to widespread celebration and end the Monday sit-at-home protests.
