Nnamdi Kanu: CSOs Accuse Tinubu’s Administration Of Selective Justice

By Ayodele Oni

Two United States of America-based Civil Society Organizations, (CSOs), Rising Sun Foundation and Ambassadors for Self-Determination, have accused flayed the federal government, for continued detention of Biafra leader, Nnamdi Kanu for 30 months.

The group’s noted that this has demonstrated that President Bola Tinubu’s Administration is selective in its Justice system.

“As he marks 30 months of unjust incarceration, it is imperative that we amplify our voices against this blatant violation of his rights, especially in light of several court orders demanding his unconditional release.

“The Nigerian government, under President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, has recently shown signs of a potential shift toward dialogue regarding Kanu’s release.

“This is a notable contrast to the treatment of other political detainees such as Chief Sunday Igboho of the Yoruba Nation, Omoyele Sowore of the Revolution Now movement, and even Bello Bodejo, the leader of the controversial Miyetti Allah Kyautal Hore.

“These figures have been released and their legal cases dismissed, raising serious questions about the selective application of justice in Nigeria.

“Mazi Nnamdi Kanu remains the sole political prisoner among them, a situation that is not only perplexing but also indicative of deeper systemic issues within the Nigerian political landscape.”

The accused Igbo political leaders of being unfaithful to the bid to get the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu of detention.

“The reluctance of our own political leaders—particularly the governors and those aligned with Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo—to advocate for Kanu’s freedom is deeply troubling.

“Their actions reflect a disheartening trend of prioritizing personal political ambitions over the collective welfare of the Igbo people.

“In public, they may call for his release, yet behind closed doors, they engage in negotiations that ensure his continued imprisonment.

“This duplicitous behavior encapsulates the phrase ‘maramara n’ihu, gwampiti n’azu,’ highlighting their tendency to play both sides for their gain.

“As we reflect on the last 30 months, we must recognize that time is of the essence. The world is transforming at a rapid pace, driven by technological advancements in the Internet and Artificial Intelligence, and we must not allow our people to be left behind.

“Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s detention is not merely a personal tragedy; it represents a broader struggle for the Igbo nation’s identity and future.

“He has become a symbol of resistance against the marginalization and oppression that we, as a people, have faced for decades.

“To reiterate our previous sentiments, as long as Onyendu Mazi Nnamdi Kanu remains imprisoned, the entire Igbo nation is held captive.

“This reality cannot persist indefinitely. The call for his release is not just a plea for one man’s freedom; it is a rallying cry for the liberation of our entire people from systemic oppression and neglect.

“We must pray for Kanu’s health and safety, for the consequences of his continued detention could be dire for our collective future.”