Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has revealed ongoing efforts to secure the release of Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. He emphasized that while legal processes continue, political solutions are being pursued. Kalu made this clarification in response to an inquiry during the Peace In South East Project (PISE-P) programme, which he recently launched to address security challenges in the region.<\/p>\n
Addressing concerns about the initiative’s stance on the IPOB leader, Kalu affirmed his solidarity with Kanu, highlighting their shared heritage and expressing his desire for Kanu’s release. He stressed the importance of political dialogue in resolving the situation and hinted at potential discussions between Igbo elders and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu regarding South East issues.<\/p>\n
Kalu reiterated his commitment to advocating for Kanu’s release and urged support for President Tinubu’s administration. He emphasized the need for peace in the South East while appealing to the federal government for Kanu’s release and the establishment of the South East Development Commission. Kalu underscored the importance of demonstrating loyalty to the government while pursuing peaceful resolutions to the region’s challenges.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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