LunagisthubNnamdi Kanu’s Defiant Stand: “No Begging for My Release
Nnamdi Kanu, the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has sent a clear message to those clamoring for his release: don’t beg for it. Through his lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, Kanu emphasized that his agitation for self-determination is a constitutionally protected right, not a crime.
Kanu’s stance is rooted in the belief that his release is not a matter of presidential pardon or clemency, but rather a matter of compliance with existing court orders. He argues that self-determination is an inalienable right guaranteed under Nigerian law, the United Nations, and other international frameworks.
The IPOB leader expressed gratitude to those genuinely working towards restoring peace in Igboland, but cautioned that appeals for pardon might be misconstrued as legitimizing executive or judicial violations of his rights. Kanu’s defiant stand is a testament to his commitment to his cause, and a reminder that his release is a matter of upholding the rule of law, not an act of mercy.
Interestingly, this development comes as some Nigerian leaders, like Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to release Kanu, citing the potential benefits for peace and security in the Southeast region ¹. However, Kanu’s statement makes it clear that he will not be swayed by such appeals, and will instead continue to advocate for his rights and the rights of his people.
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