The family of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has accused Southeast governors of obstructing his release.
In a statement signed by Kanu’s brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, the governors were criticised for failing to act in support of the pro-Biafra activist’s freedom.
Emmanuel urged the governors to follow the example of other regional leaders who have worked to secure the release of their own freedom fighters. He singled out Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, the chairman of the Southeast Governors’ Forum, questioning why Uzodinma has not taken the lead in advocating for Kanu’s release.
The statement reads: “South East Governors, why are you stopping the freedom of your own son? To what benefit is it to keep your son perpetually incarcerated? Why can’t the SE Governors take a cue from other zones who collectively worked for the freedom of their freedom fighters?”
He also expressed disappointment in Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja, accusing her of obstructing Kanu’s release. According to Emmanuel, both Justice Nyako and the prosecution team led by Morgaji Bichi are hindering justice and creating embarrassment for the current administration.
The statement added: “Those opposed to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s release are inadvertently suggesting to the international community that this administration is ineffective.”
Nnamdi Kanu has been in detention, facing charges related to treason and his leadership of IPOB, a group advocating for the secession of Biafra from Nigeria. His prolonged detention has drawn widespread criticism and sparked protests across the Southeast region.
