The Digest:
Reno Omokri, former presidential aide, alleged that Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed IPOB, ordered the killing of over 50 soldiers and 24 policemen. Omokri’s claims, backed by video evidence, have sparked controversy and debate on the ongoing trial of Kanu.
Key Points:
- Omokri claimed Kanu ordered the killing of soldiers and policemen in the Southeast.
- Over 50 soldiers died, and 24 policemen were killed due to IPOB and unknown gunmen.
- He also alleged that Kanu directed the burning of Lagos in the same video.
- Omokri questioned Peter Obi’s stance, urging condemnation of Kanu’s actions.
- Omokri defended Kanu’s trial, citing the massive loss of lives under IPOB’s direction.
- The video, not aired publicly, reportedly shows Kanu inciting violence.
- The incident led to the shutdown of 160 police stations in the Southeast.
- Omokri slammed Obi’s refusal to condemn IPOB’s violence and criminal actions.
- The claims sparked political debate as parties clashed on the legitimacy of Kanu’s trial.
Omokri’s allegations paint Kanu as responsible for violence in the Southeast, raising questions on the legitimacy of Peter Obi’s defense of Kanu. As the trial continues, the impact of these revelations on Nigerian politics remains to be seen.
Source: Daily Post
