The Digest:
The All Igbo Youth Forum (ALYF) has threatened to boycott the 2027 elections unless the federal government releases Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of IPOB. Despite claims from Edo State Governor Okpebholo that Kanu's release hinges on security and political dialogue, the youth forum remains resolute.
Key Points:
- ALYF demands the release of Nnamdi Kanu before the 2027 elections.
- The group’s president, Chinedu Obilor, claims Kanu’s detention is politically motivated.
- The forum plans to mobilize 10 million Igbo youths for a protest if Kanu isn’t released.
- They accuse Igbo leaders of undermining Kanu’s plight.
- Obilor criticizes the exclusion of the Igbo in political appointments.
- The forum warns that power should remain in the South in the 2027 election.
- ALYF gave two months for a response from the government.
The ALYF stands firm on its demand for Kanu’s release, warning that failure to do so will result in a massive boycott of the 2027 elections. They urge President Tinubu to listen to Igbo youth rather than the elites.
Sources: TheCable, Daily Post
