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The Digest:

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has aligned with activist Omoyele Sowore’s campaign, demanding the immediate release or fair prosecution of detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu.

Key Points:
  • Atiku described Kanu’s detention as “an open sore on our nation’s conscience” and an “assault on justice.”
  • He explicitly endorsed the campaign led by Omoyele Sowore for Kanu’s “immediate release or due prosecution.”
  • Sowore had earlier announced a planned peaceful march to the Aso Rock Villa to demand Kanu’s freedom.
  • The activist called on South-East leaders like Peter Obi, Alex Otti, and Charles Soludo to join the protest in person.
  • Sowore revealed that Governors Otti and Soludo did not respond to his calls and messages.
  • Peter Obi’s team acknowledged the message, while Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe promised to return the call.
  • This alliance creates a rare, cross-political consensus on a deeply divisive national issue.
This development elevates the campaign for Kanu’s release from activist circles to the mainstream political arena, increasing pressure on the Federal Government.


Sources: Vanguard