Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has condemned the prolonged detention of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu, describing it as unjust and a major factor fueling unrest in the Southeast region.
Speaking during an appearance on Sunday Politics, a Channels Television programme monitored by DAILY POST, the lawmaker emphasized that Kanu’s incarceration has deepened tensions and instability in the region.
“Nnamdi Kanu has been in custody for some time now. I believe Nnamdi Kanu has been held unjustly. His incarceration is the main reason for the crisis in the Southeast,” Nwoko said.
The IPOB leader, who was extradited from Kenya in 2021, has faced multiple charges including alleged treason. Despite several court appearances, Kanu remains in detention. In a recent development, he dismissed his legal team, declaring his intention to represent himself in court.
Nwoko’s remarks come amid renewed calls from political leaders and civil society groups urging the Federal Government to find a political solution to the lingering issue, which many believe is critical to restoring peace and stability in the Southeast.
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