Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to grant political pardon to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Edum News reports.
The National Vice President of Ohanaeze, Chief Damian Okeke-Ogene, made this plea whe speaking in an interview in Awka.
He noted that this request is in line with the 64th Independence celebration of Nigeria, adding that the Presidential Pardon and Kanu’s release will help in restoring peace, allowing the government to identify those perpetuating violence, and effectively end the troubling sit-at-home practice in the South East geopolitical zone.
He maintained that Ohanaeze, which is the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, believes in Nigeria’s democracy and that Kanu’s release would foster peace and unity among all Nigerians residing in Igbo land.
Okeke-Ogene, however, lamented that the country is still developing at a slow pace and urged President Bola Tinubu to take urgent action that would bring relief to millions of Nigerians facing insecurity, hunger, and other socio-economic challenges.
He stated, “Our primary demand this Independence Day is for the President to seize this moment of celebration to grant political pardon to our son, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, currently held in DSS detention.
“We also urge South East governors to strengthen the security framework and enhance the welfare of the people in the region.”
Written by Hope James
