Obasanjo Visits South-East Governors, Pushes for Nnamdi Kanu’s Release.
ENUGU – Former President Olusegun Obasanjo visited the South-East Governors on Tuesday, urging them to advocate for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). During a marathon meeting that lasted over seven hours, the governors agreed to approach President Bola Tinubu to press for Kanu’s release.
Key Details:
- Solidarity Visit: Obasanjo, accompanied by Chief Emeka Anyaoku and His Royal Majesty Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, paid a solidarity visit to the South-East Governors Forum.
- Governors’ Resolution: The governors resolved to visit President Tinubu to discuss pressing issues concerning the South-East region, including the release of Nnamdi Kanu.
- Burial Committee for Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu: The Forum set up a burial committee for the late Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, chaired by Former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim, with Former Governor of Rivers State, Chibuike Amaechi, serving as the Secretary. The committee includes other prominent Igbo leaders.
Statements from the Meeting:
- Governor Hope Uzodinma: The Chairman of the South-East Governors Forum and Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma, expressed condolences to the family of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu and the entire South-East region. He emphasized the forum’s commitment to addressing security and economic integration based on the reviewed report from the South-East Security and Economic Summit held in Owerri, Imo State, on September 28, 2023.
- Obasanjo’s Advocacy: Obasanjo’s visit highlighted the urgency of addressing regional concerns, particularly the security situation and the economic stability of the South-East.
Conclusion:
The meeting underscored the South-East Governors’ collective resolve to engage with the Federal Government on critical regional issues. The governors’ plan to meet with President Tinubu to advocate for Nnamdi Kanu’s release reflects their commitment to addressing the concerns of their constituents and fostering regional stability.
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