How FG arrested Nnamdi Kanu in Africa

The leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu,  was picked up at a location in Africa, a top source in the Nigerian government revealed, SaharaReporters reports.

One of the sources said, “He was not arrested in London or anywhere in the United Kingdom. Diplomats confirmed that Kanu was picked up somewhere in Africa. The family and IPOB are very unhappy. Apparently, they have known about the trailing and arrest for some time.” 

The family of Nnamdi Kanu asked the Federal Government not to manhandle their son, who is currently in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS).

Speaking in Umuahia, the Abia state capital, Nnamdi Kanu’s younger brother, Emmanuel Kanu said the IPOB leader stood on the path of truth and committed no crime to deserve any persecution.

According to him, Nnamdi was only asking for the freedom of Biafrans which is their fundamental human right hence, his rights should be respected.

He said the whole world is watching how the Nigerian Government will handle Kanu.

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He further noted that his brother had awakened the consciousness of Nigerians about the goings-on in the country.

“My brother stood for the truth, and Heaven is on the part of anyone standing for the truth.

“He committed no crime, and the whole world is watching,” Emmanuel added.

Meanwhile, there has been an uneasy calm across Umuahia, since the news of his arrest broke.

People were observed discussing the matter in hushed tones with some people still bewildered about the entire scenario, while some doubted if the news was true.

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