Bianca Ojukwu, the widow of late Biafra leader Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, has reaffirmed her commitment to securing the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Ojukwu’s vow comes as she assumes her new role as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.
Ojukwu has been a vocal advocate for Kanu’s release, and her recent appointment has sparked hopes that she may be able to facilitate a breakthrough in the case. Kanu has been detained since 2021, despite court rulings ordering his release.
Ojukwu’s determination to secure Kanu’s release is driven by her concern for the well-being of the people of the Southeast and the need for national healing. She has emphasized that Kanu’s freedom would significantly improve the security situation in the region.
The call for Kanu’s release has been echoed by various stakeholders, including Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, who represents Abia North. Abaribe has attributed the current insecurity in the Southeast to Kanu’s arrest and ongoing detention.
As Ojukwu assumes her new role, many are watching to see if she will be able to leverage her position to secure Kanu’s release and promote national healing.
