The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives, comprising 180 members, has unanimously called for the release of Nnamdi Kanu from custody.
The motion was moved by Representative Obi Aguocha, who represents the Ikwuano, Umuahia North, and Umuahia South Federal Constituency. Aguocha’s appeal was adopted by the caucus during a meeting in Abuja.
Aguocha urged his colleagues to take a definitive stance on Kanu’s detention and explore a political solution for his release.
He emphasized the importance of resolving Kanu’s case for national peace, stability, and unity, advocating for strategic engagement with relevant stakeholders to achieve a peaceful and political resolution.
The caucus consists of members from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with 115 seats, Labour Party (LP) with 35 seats, New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) with 19 seats, All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) with 5 seats, Social Democratic Party (SDP) with 2 seats, Young Progressives Party (YPP) with 2 seats, and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) with 2 seats.
Aguocha noted the potential benefits of addressing Kanu’s situation through dialogue and reconciliation rather than prolonged legal confrontations.
He highlighted the critical role of legislative bodies in fostering peace and stability in Nigeria.
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.
“The adoption of the position on Mazi Nnamdi Kanu by the influential caucus comes off the heels of my recent visits to the former President Muhammadu Buhari, successful mobilisation of 50 of our fellow colleagues across all parties and also the southeast caucus of the National Assembly.
It will be recalled that the Southeast Governors forum also joined in the call for the release of Nnamdi Kanu.
“This call to action by my colleagues serves as a reminder of the critical role that legislative bodies play in fostering peace and stability in the nation.
I remain committed to championing initiatives that promote justice, equity, and harmonious coexistence across Nigeria.”