The lawmaker representing Abia South Senatorial District, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, has called on President Bola Tinubu to take action in facilitating the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra.
Speaking after a meeting with Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, Abaribe expressed confidence in President Tinubu’s leadership and urged him to consider the advice of the Attorney General of the Federation and other stakeholders advocating for Kanu’s release. He emphasized that the resolution of the issues in the Southeast is crucial for regional peace.
He highlighted that criminals have exploited Kanu’s name to engage in violence and other harmful activities, suggesting that releasing Kanu could help restore peace and order in the region.
Abaribe reassured the President that Southeast leaders are prepared to act as guarantors for Kanu’s release, noting that his freedom is vital for addressing key regional issues such as the Monday sit-at-home orders and ongoing insurgency.
Additionally, Abaribe commended Governor Otti for his developmental progress in Abia State and called for increased bipartisan collaboration to foster growth in the Southeast. He urged President Tinubu to prioritize infrastructure development in the region, including key projects such as rail lines, and to approach the tax reform bill with caution, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the future of the nation’s next generations.
Reaffirming the Southeast Senators Forum’s commitment, Abaribe expressed their determination to advocate for the region’s development and to ensure justice for Nnamdi Kanu.
“I expect that the President will listen to both his Attorney General and all of us who have been pushing for the resolution of issues in the Southeast.
“Criminals have hijacked the situation, using Kanu’s name to perpetrate violence and other despicable acts. Releasing him will help restore peace and order in the region,” Abaribe said.
“We need Nnamdi Kanu out so that the Southeast can regain its position as a production hub in Nigeria. Without stability, Tinubu’s proposed tax reforms and other economic initiatives will not succeed in our region,” he added.
