A former Senate President, Adolphus Wabara, has expressed support for the planned protest by human rights activist Omoyele Sowore, calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In a solidarity letter to Sowore, Wabara commended the efforts of Nigerians who continue to speak up for justice, equity, and national reconciliation.
Background of Nnamdi Kanu's Detention
Nnamdi Kanu has been in detention since June 2021, after being repatriated to Nigeria from Kenya. He was initially arrested in 2015 under the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. Kanu leads IPOB, an outlawed group advocating for an independent state of Biafra to be carved out from the Southeast and parts of the South-south Nigeria.
Reasons Behind the Protest
The protest, scheduled for October 20, 2025, aims to demand Kanu's immediate release from detention. Sowore has been mobilizing support for the protest, calling on politicians from the Southeast, including Peter Obi, to join. The government has opposed Kanu's release, citing concerns about insecurity in the Southeast.
Support from Other Prominent Figures
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has also lent his voice to the campaign, describing Kanu's continued detention as a "stain on Nigeria's belief in the rule of law". Atiku emphasized that defying court orders granting Kanu bail is an abuse of power and an assault on justice ¹ ².
Conclusion
The campaign for Nnamdi Kanu's release has garnered significant support from prominent figures, including former Senate President Adolphus Wabara and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The protest on October 20, 2025, is expected to draw attention to Kanu's detention and the need for justice and national reconciliation ³ ⁴.
