Bashir Ahmad, former presidential aide, has sparked controversy by stating that anyone advocating for Nnamdi Kanu’s release should be regarded as a sworn enemy of Nigeria. His remarks have ignited a fierce debate on social media, with Nigerians divided over Kanu’s role in Biafran separatism and national unity.
Bashir Ahmad, a former aide to the Nigerian President, has stirred controversy with a statement declaring that anyone advocating for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), should be regarded as a sworn enemy of Nigeria. Ahmad remarked in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on January 19, 2025. His comments follow ongoing debates over Kanu's detention and his calls for the independence of Biafra.
Kanu's supporters view him as a freedom fighter, while the Nigerian government categorizes him as a terrorist for his role in agitating for secession. Ahmad's statement has ignited discussions on social media, with many Nigerians weighing in with mixed reactions. Some support Ahmad's stance, calling Kanu a terrorist unworthy of support, while others criticize the government's treatment of Kanu and question the fairness of his ongoing detention, emphasizing that he has not committed acts of violence.
Ahmad's remarks have intensified the already polarized debate surrounding Biafran separatism and the larger political dynamics of the country.
