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FG Considers Releasing IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu as Attorney General Stays Silent
Reports indicate that pressure is mounting on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to release Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Kanu has been in custody since June 2021 following his extradition from Kenya.
Sources within the government suggest that Kanu might soon be released, though the specific terms of his potential release have not been disclosed.
The presidency declined to comment officially on the matter when approached recently. However, sources within the presidency informed Daily Trust that leaders from the South-East have been lobbying for the president’s intervention.
Political leaders from the South-East have intensified efforts to secure Kanu’s release through meetings and appeals to the federal government. This cross-party effort has seen governors and legislators from the region unite to seek a political resolution to the crisis.
The situation has led to significant social and economic disruptions in the region, with lives lost since IPOB declared a sit-at-home order enforced by its paramilitary wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN).
The federal government, represented by the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), has refrained from discussing its plans, citing the ongoing legal proceedings.
Following a meeting on July 2 attended by South-East governors and senators, efforts to secure Kanu’s release have been further consolidated. Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, speaking on behalf of the South East Caucus of the Senate, emphasized the need for Kanu’s release to restore peace and economic activities in the region.
Legal experts have proposed that a political decision by authorities could lead to an out-of-court settlement or withdrawal of charges against Kanu, potentially offering a path to resolution.
Nigerian comedian Seyi Law takes to social media as he defends President Bola Tinubu. The comedian stated that the president has done a lot in his administration and claimed that Nigeria is safer and economically sound under his administration.
He then compared how things now to past years under the administration of others, and shared how things were bad. He claimed that now the economy is stabilized.
“Nigeria is safer now than 10 years ago. This government has killed more bandits than any government in Nigeria since the time of Jonathan. When last have you heard of bomb blast in Nigeria?”
It has been reported that fire occurred at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos (MMIA), Terminal 1. This fire incident occurred on Monday, 23rd of February, 2026.
Passengers at that terminal were spotted running away for safety after seeing the fire and the alarm.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) released a statement and shared that no life was lost and people were saved and avoided danger.
It has been reported that Kano State has closed down all entertainment spots across the state. This was stated to happen because of the ongoing Ramadan fast.
The federal government shared that the new law will take place from 18th of February, 10 pm, till the last day of Ramadan. This is in order for the people participating in it to truly focus on the fast.
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