Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has slammed Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, for advocating for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The CNG claims that IPOB’s activities have led to the deaths of 175 security personnel and the destruction of public infrastructure, and therefore, Kanu’s release would be unjust.
The CNG has accused Obi of prioritizing ethnic interests over national security and warned northern voters against supporting politicians who align with IPOB. They argue that such alliances disregard the suffering of Nigerians affected by IPOB’s actions.
However, it’s worth noting that Peter Obi has stated that he believes in the rule of law and that Kanu’s continued detention is unjustified, especially since he has been acquitted by the courts. Obi has also emphasized the importance of addressing the root causes of insecurity in Nigeria and promoting national unity.
Ultimately, the debate surrounding Kanu’s release and Obi’s stance on the matter highlights the complex and sensitive nature of Nigeria’s political and security landscape.
“Any Igbo leader pleading for the unconditional release of Kanu must henceforth be held as terrorist and complicit.”