Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu will release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

She made this announcement during the 13th memorial anniversary of the late Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu in Owerri. According to her, the release of Nnamdi Kanu is essential for addressing the unrest in the Southeast and exposing those using IPOB’s name for criminal activities.

“President Tinubu understands the importance of freeing Nnamdi Kanu,” Ojukwu said. “It will reveal those responsible for the violence in the Southeast and help restore peace. I will do everything possible to ensure this happens.”

Ambassador Ojukwu emphasized that releasing Kanu will separate genuine freedom fighters from criminals who have caused harm in the region. She highlighted that the Igbo people are known for their unity and do not harm one another. She urged everyone to join hands in reclaiming the Southeast from violence and insecurity.

She also condemned the violent “sit-at-home” orders enforced in the region, stating that such actions go against the principles of self-determination and have disrupted economic activities.

“Ndigbo are known for being industrious and supporting one another. We must take back our land and promote the values that Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu stood for,” she added.

Nnamdi Kanu has been in detention since his extradition from Kenya, but his release is now being viewed as a critical step toward restoring order in the Southeast.