The lead counsel of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, Alloy Ejimakor has refuted claims that the Biafra agitator agreed to abide by any conditions for his release. Eko Hot Blog reports that Abia South Senator, Enyinnaya Abaribe had disclosed that Kanu agreed to comply with any conditions set by … Read more
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo clarified that the release of Nnamdi Kanu was not discussed during his meeting with the South East governors in Enugu on Tuesday, July 2. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the meeting which was also attended by Chief Emeka Anyaoku, focused on regional development matters. Obasanjo’s special assistant on media, Kehinde Akinyemi, … Read more
Former President Obasanjo met with South East Governors to advocate for Nnamdi Kanu’s release and established a burial committee for the late Ogbonnaya Onu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday, met with the South East Governors, who have decided to meet with President Bola Tinubu to press for the release of the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the South East Governors hosted former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday, during his solidarity visit. They announced plans to meet with President Bola Tinubu to push for the release of IPOB leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. After a marathon seven-hour meeting, the governors, led by Imo State Governor Senator Hope Uzodinma, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a federal high court in Abuja has dismissed a suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the federal government and the Department of State Services (DSS). In the judgment delivered on Monday, Judge James Omotosho ruled that Kanu failed to provide … Read more
Peter Obi has called for the release of Nnamdi Kanu and urged the federal government to address rising insecurity, warning of the risk of Nigeria becoming a failed state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has called on the federal government to release Nnamdi Kanu, … Read more
Fifty members of the House of Representatives, known as Concerned Federal Lawmakers for Peace and Security in the South East, have urged President Bola Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra. Eko Hot Blog reports that they appealed to the President to invoke Section 174 of the Constitution and … Read more
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide accuses the federal government of marginalizing Igbos through fewer states, ministerial slots, and neglect in infrastructure development, along with the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has accused the federal government of marginalizing the Igbo people in Nigeria. The President General of the group, Chief … Read more
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu has indicated his willingness to engage in negotiations with the Federal Government through his lead counsel, Alloy Ejimakor. Eko Hot Blog gathered that this move is pursuant to Section 17 of the Federal High Court Act, which encourages amicable settlement and reconciliation among parties. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Edwin Clark, the leader of the Ijaw nation, has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, to file a nolle prosequi for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Clark urged Tinubu to instruct the … Read more
Aloy Ejimakor, Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, claims criminals are trying to prevent Kanu’s release by influencing the presidency and courts. Ejimakor states that insecurity in the Southeast spikes before Kanu’s court dates, suggesting it is orchestrated by these elements to blackmail IPOB and Kanu. He describes Kanu’s detention as extra-constitutional, according to a Supreme … Read more
Nnamdi Kanu’s legal team, led by Aloy Ejimakor, is fully prepared for his trial at the Abuja Federal High Court. The Supreme Court previously ruled that crimes like extraordinary rendition and kidnapping by the government endanger the rule of law. The trial follows the Supreme Court’s reversal of an Appeal Court decision to discharge Kanu … Read more
Judge Threatens Indefinite Adjournment Of Kanu’s Trial Over Delay From Legal Team. Kanu’s lawyer presents conditions for cooperation, sparking controversy. Nyako schedules ruling on requests for May 20, emphasizes trial must proceed promptly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a warning of potential indefinite adjournment … Read more
Abia Rep appeals to President Tinubu to release IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu unconditionally Rep highlights that Kanu, like Sowore and Igboho, is a Nigerian citizen facing government allegation Calls for equal treatment of Kanu compared to others granted bail by the judiciary Eko Hot Blog reports that the member of the House of Representatives representing … Read more
Concerned Igbo Citizens Council urges Federal Government to release Nnamdi Kanu and other detainees. Calls for extension of amnesty to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and other detainees, citing President Tinubu’s commitment to a free society. Urges investigation and compilation of list of victims of unlawful incarceration or violence related to self-determination agitations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, examined by an independent doctor of his choice Breakthrough comes after months of legal battle over his health concerns while in custody Family raised concerns about Kanu’s declining health, calling for immediate medical intervention Eko Hot Blog reports that in a major development, the leader of … Read more
Nnamdi Kanu’s family raises alarm over his critical health condition in DSS custody. Urgent plea to President Bola Tinubu to ensure Kanu receives necessary medical attention. Kanu’s bail application denied despite deteriorating health; family calls for intervention to prevent a potential health crisis. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the family of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the family of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has raised serious concerns about his deteriorating health condition while in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS). Kanu’s younger brother, Emmanuel, revealed that they received information indicating that Kanu is critically ill and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has vowed that the worrisome rise in insecurity in the South East will end two minutes after his release. Kanu, who has been in the custody of the Department of State Services since his arrest in 2021, made … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the incarcerated leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has requested the Federal High Court to transfer him to Kuje prison. He claimed that the Department of State Services lacks adequate medical facilities for his treatment and suggested that there is a plot for him to perish … Read more