By Seun Opejobi A chieftain of apex Igbo sociocultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, on Sunday urged South-Eas...
By Seun Opejobi
A chieftain of apex Igbo sociocultural organization,
Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, on Sunday urged South-East leaders to
engage the President-elect of the United States, Donald Trump, on the release
of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB.
Isiguzoro also called for the engagement of traditional
rulers like the Oba of Lagos and the Sultan of Sokoto to help facilitate the
settlement of Kanu’s matter.
In a statement he signed, Isiguzoro called for ceasefire
among agitators to allow a peaceful atmosphere across the Southeast.
The statement reads partly: “In the face of this challenging
landscape, we must adopt a multifaceted strategy to advocate for Kanu’s
immediate release:
“Mobilizing International Influence: We must urgently seek
to engage former President Donald Trump, appealing for him to apply pressure on
both Britain’s Prime Minister and President Tinubu, as Kanu was once a vocal
supporter of Trump.
“This relationship can serve as a powerful diplomatic tool
in our quest for justice.
“Engaging Traditional Leadership: We propose immediate
outreach to the Oba of Lagos and the Sultan of Sokoto. Their influential
positions allow them to act as mediators who can help facilitate constructive
dialogues necessary for resolving this matter.
“Ceasefire Among Agitators: We call for a tactical ceasefire
from agitation groups to create a peaceful atmosphere conducive to
negotiations. An environment of calm will enhance the potential for meaningful
discussions surrounding Nnamdi Kanu’s release.
“Let it be unequivocally stated: the Southeast Governors’
continued inaction reflects an unforgivable disregard for Nnamdi Kanu and his
supporters.
“Moreover, the reluctance of some Igbo traditional rulers and clerics to stand by Kanu during pivotal moments raises serious questions about the integrity of their commitment to our cause. Was their presence in previous court sessions merely performative, a shallow gesture devoid of true allegiance?”
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