Despite the conviction of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPoB) leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the Abia State government and various stakeholders continue to work towards securing his freedom. Dr. Chukwuemeka Okwuonu, President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Abia State, disclosed this in Umuahia, while also expressing concern over the low participation of Ndigbo in the ongoing voter registration exercise.
Okwuonu emphasized that Kanu’s case remains very important to their organization and assured that Ohanaeze Ndigbo would persist in urging President Bola Tinubu to grant Kanu a state pardon.
“Government and Abia people are equally working to ensure that the president will exercise his powers to grant him pardon,” Okwuonu stated.
Speaking after the maiden expanded executive meeting of the Abia Ohanaeze chapter, which included state executives and chairmen of the 17 local government areas, Okwuonu recalled that the group had previously appealed for Kanu’s release before his conviction.
He said, “The issue of Nnamdi Kanu is very dear to Ohanaeze Ndigbo. I remember in our meeting in Awka during the Igbo Day celebration, the national President, Senator Azuta Mbata, clearly demanded that there should be political negotiation and that Kanu should be freed unconditionally before he was jailed.”
Okwuonu added that even after Kanu’s conviction, Ohanaeze Ndigbo continues to press for his pardon. “If people who committed heinous crimes in this country were given pardon, the man who only used the microphone, without gun, can equally be given pardon.”
He concluded by appealing, “We, as Abia State chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, are appealing that our dear President should, please, grant pardon to Nnamdi Kanu.”
I dont understand why theyre pushing for Kanus pardon. He should face the consequences of his actions. Justice must prevail.
Why should Tinubu grant pardon to Kanu? What about accountability for his actions? Lets discuss!
I dont understand why some are pushing for Nnamdi Kanus pardon. Let the law take its course. Justice must prevail.
I dont see why Nnamdi Kanu deserves a pardon. He has caused enough trouble already. Let him face the consequences.
I think its a bold move by Abia Ohanaeze Ndigbo. Pardoning Nnamdi Kanu could lead to peace or more chaos. What do you guys think?
I cant believe theyre actually suggesting that! Do you think Tinubu should grant pardon to Nnamdi Kanu? Lets discuss!
Why should Tinubu grant pardon to Kanu? Isnt he accountable for his actions? Lets discuss.
I cant believe theyre suggesting a pardon for Nnamdi Kanu! Do you think he deserves it or not? Lets discuss!
I disagree with Ohanaeze Ndigbos plea for Tinubu to pardon Kanu. Let the legal process unfold. What do you think?