One hundred and eighty minority members of the 10th House of Representatives have backed a motion by Senator Obi Aguocha requesting for the release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu.
Aguocha, who represents the Ikwuano, Umuahia North and Umuahia South Federal Constituency, shared this information on Monday during a caucus meeting.
He urged his colleagues to take a clear position on the ongoing discussions about Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and to seek a political solution to the issue.
In his speech, Aguocha stressed the importance of a unified stance within the minority caucus, emphasizing that resolving Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s case is crucial for national peace, stability, and unity.
He called for immediate and strategic engagement with relevant stakeholders to advocate for a peaceful and political resolution to the matter, which has significant implications for Nigeria’s socio-political landscape.
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In a statement from the address, ‘‘Aguocha underscored the potential benefits of addressing the situation through dialogue and reconciliation rather than a prolonged abuse of legal processes and confrontation.
He expressed the belief that a political solution could pave the way for enhanced national integration and the restoration of trust among various communities.
He said, “today, the opposition parties have taken a decisive stand on Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the planned protest, insecurity, the dilapidated infrastructure, and the economy.
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‘‘This call to action serves as a reminder of the critical role that legislative bodies play in fostering peace and stability in the nation. We remain committed to championing initiatives that promote justice, equity, and harmonious coexistence across Nigeria’’.
The caucus which endorsed Aguocha’s call consists of all members from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, 115 seats, Labour Party, LP, 35 seats, New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, 19 seats, All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, 5 seats, Social Democratic Party, SDP, – 2 seats, Young Progressives Party, YPP – 2 seats, and the African Democratic Congress, ADC, – 2 seats.
