Atiku Backs Sowore-Led Campaign for Release of Nnamdi Kanu

Atiku Backs Sowore-Led Campaign for Release of Nnamdi Kanu

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly condemned the ongoing detention of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), calling it “an open sore on our nation’s conscience.”

Atiku urged the federal government to release Kanu immediately, arguing that his prolonged incarceration constitutes a serious breach of the rule of law.

Kanu has remained in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) since his re-arrest in Kenya and extradition to Nigeria in June 2021. His detention has sparked legal disputes, with several court orders granting him bail reportedly ignored by prosecuting authorities.

Currently facing a seven-count charge related to alleged terrorism, Kanu’s case continues to draw national attention. In a statement issued Thursday, Atiku criticized the government’s disregard for judicial rulings, describing it as “an assault on justice.”

He also voiced support for the campaign led by activist and Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore, which demands Kanu’s release or prosecution in accordance with due process.

“The continued detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu remains an open sore on our nation’s conscience and a stain on our belief in the rule of law,” Atiku said.

“Defying court orders that granted him bail is an abuse of power and an assault on justice.

I, therefore, lend my voice in full support of the campaign led by @YeleSowore for his immediate release or due prosecution.

We fail as patriots if we allow Kanu’s case to fester as yet another wound this nation refuses to heal.”

Meanwhile, Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned Kanu’s trial to October 16, following the Nigerian Medical Association’s inability to present a report on his health status.

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