Jewish priests under the Unique Forum of Orthodox Judaism have appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to release the Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.
The appeal came through an open letter in which the group urged that Kanu’s release would promote peace and stability in Nigeria, particularly in the South East, where tensions have risen due to his prolonged detention.
The leader of the forum, Rosh Nasishemtov Ihe madunweiheyah, along with members, visited Kanu’s family at their Isiama Afaraukwu residence, expressing their concerns.
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Madunweiheyah, who co-signed the letter with Elder Okamulata Egbu, stated that Kanu’s detention was unjust, emphasizing that he was advocating for the well-being of his people and committed no crime to justify his continued incarceration.
The priests said Kanu’s release would pave the way for peace in the country, arguing that Nigeria’s challenges were exacerbated by his detention.
They further noted that Kanu is not to blame for Nigeria’s problems, but rather part of the solution.
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The forum called on President Tinubu to consider these reasons and grant Kanu his freedom.
Meanwhile, Kanu’s family has raised fresh concerns about his deteriorating health, calling on President Tinubu to allow him access to quality medical care outside the Department of State Services (DSS) detention facility in Abuja.
According to the family, Kanu has been held in solitary confinement since 2021 after his extraordinary rendition from Kenya.
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Kanu’s sister, Princess Nnenne Kate Kanu, expressed her gratitude to the Jewish priests for their support and solidarity.
She noted that the family has been encouraged by various groups who have continued to identify with them during this difficult time.
She stressed that Kanu’s detention was not due to selfish motives, but because of his fight for justice for the Biafran people.
Princess Kate also reflected on Kanu’s previous warnings about Nigeria’s current situation, saying that all his prophecies had come to pass.
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She reiterated that her brother does not condone violence in the South East and wants peace to be restored, adding that his release would quickly bring calm to the region.
She also expressed deep concern about Kanu’s health, citing a physician’s recommendation for further medical examination outside the DSS detention facility, where better medical equipment would be available.
The family urged President Tinubu to heed these pleas and release Kanu for the sake of his well-being and the peace of the nation.
