The Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, has urged President Bola Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), calling his continued incarceration unjustified.
A Call for Justice and National Reconciliation
In a communiqué signed by its deputy leader, Oba Oladipo Olaitan, Afenifere described Kanu as a political detainee.
The group emphasized that his prolonged detention, following his 2021 abduction and rendition to Nigeria, has led to controversial legal proceedings, raising doubts about the fairness of his trial.
“From all circumstances, it is evident that Nnamdi Kanu is a political detainee. For the sake of justice and national unity, we urge President Tinubu to release him immediately,” the statement read.
Afenifere’s Stand on National Security and Restructuring
The group also raised concerns about the state of insecurity in Nigeria, stating that little has changed since the previous administration.
Highlighting recent security threats, including bandits’ infiltration reported by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Afenifere reiterated the need for restructuring to allow state policing.
“Nigeria’s vast territory and population cannot be effectively secured under a single-command police structure. Immediate constitutional changes must be made to establish state police,” the group stated.
New Appointment in Afenifere
In the same meeting, the group announced the appointment of Barrister Dele Farotimi as its new National Organising Secretary.
Who Attended the Meeting?
The meeting, presided over by Deputy Leader Oba Oladipo Olaitan, included representatives from the six South-West states, Kogi, and Kwara. Notable attendees included:
- Former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Senator Kofoworola Bucknor-Akerele
- Afenifere Secretary-General, Chief Sola Ebiseni
- Chief Akin Osuntokun
- Professor Akin Onigbinde
- Elder Tola Mobolurin
- Dr. Gbola Adetuji
- Olorogun Pop Ayo-Banjo
- National Publicity Secretary, Prince Justice Faloye
Afenifere’s latest stance highlights the growing political pressure on the government regarding Kanu’s detention. Will the administration heed the call?
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