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'Seun Ibukun-Oni, Abuja
DAILY COURIER - In a media chat held at the Zenith Labour Party headquarters in Abuja, Chief Dan Nwanyanwu addressed the ongoing detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). His impassioned plea highlights the growing discontent over what many perceive as the unjust treatment of Kanu by the federal government.
Nwanyanwu questioned the rationale behind Kanu's continued imprisonment, particularly when others involved in similar activities remain free. "We have to interrogate why Nnamdi Kanu is still in prison," he stated, drawing attention to the government's apparent selective justice. He emphasized that various prominent figures, including the leader of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Immanuel Nwanyanwu, and the late Nwazulike, have called for Kanu's release.
He condemned the manner in which Kanu was apprehended, noting that he was "hijacked in Kenya and brought here." Nwanyanwu argued that since his detention, Kanu has consistently denounced violence and insecurity in the South East, refuting claims that IPOB is responsible for unrest in the region.
Nwanyanwu further highlighted the collective plea from the five South Eastern governors for Kanu's release, questioning the government's persistent refusal to heed these calls. He challenged the federal government, stating, "If you don't want to release him, bring him to Eagle's Square, let's use him for barbecue and let his enemies come and feast on him so that we can close his chapter."
This outspoken critique underscores a broader narrative of perceived bias and injustice within the Nigerian political landscape. As calls for Kanu's release continue to grow, the federal government faces mounting pressure to address these grievances and reconsider its stance on the matter.
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