APGA NATIONAL CHAIRMAN LAUDS
TINUBU FOR RELEASING MINORS, URGES SWIFT ACTION ON NNAMDI KANU’S RELEASE – WRITTEN BY NDUKA ANYANWU, S.A. (MEDIA) TO THE NATIONAL CHAIRMAN APGA, BARRISTER SLY EZEOKENWA
APGA National Chairman, Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for releasing minors detained in connection with the #EndBadGovernance# protest. This move demonstrates the administration’s commitment to justice and protection of young Nigerians.
Ezeokenwa also urged President Tinubu to extend empathy to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who has been detained for a prolonged period. Kanu’s release
would contribute to national peace, address security crises in the South East, and foster trust and stability.
The National Chairman of the All – Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his compassionate decision to release minors detained in connection with the #EndBadGovernance protest. This move demonstrates the administration’s commitment to justice and protection of young Nigerians. About 32 malnourished minors were held for three months awaiting trial, and their release reflects the government’s dedication to safeguarding children’s rights and dignity.
Call for Nnamdi Kanu’s Release
Barrister Ezeokenwa also urged President Tinubu to extend empathy to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who has been
detained for a prolonged period. Kanu’s release would contribute to national peace, address security crises in the South East, and foster trust and stability. The APGA National Chairman emphasized that a swift decision on Kanu’s release is crucial for peace and national reconciliation.
This call is supported by various groups, including Concerned Federal Lawmakers for Peace and Security in the South-East, who appealed to President Tinubu to
invoke Section 174 of the Constitution and Section 107(1) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act for Kanu’s release.
Benefits of Kanu’s Release
Releasing Nnamdi Kanu would:
- De-escalate unrest and insecurity across the South East region
- Foster trust and stability, creating an environment for constructive dialogue and progress
- Address persistent security crises affecting the South East and beyond
- Contribute to national peace and reconciliation
APGA’s Commitment
The APGA National Chairman reiterated the party’s commitment to a unified Nigeria that respects all citizens’ rights. He expressed hope that the federal government will prioritize initiatives promoting peace, security, and equitable
treatment for all Nigerians.
Once again, as we keep pushing and supporting the National Leadership, it’s important to note that achieving all-inclusive government devoid of acrimony,
injustices and lack of trust requires A LONG-TERM AND MULTIFACETED APPROACH, with the commitment and collaboration of all stakeholders, including the
government, private sector, civil society, and citizens NIGERIA is going to be an envious Nations to watch!
For and on-behalf of Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa APGA, National Chairman
