VIDEO: I’ll RELEASE NNAMDI KANU IF I BECOME PRESIDENT — PETER OBI
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By ‘Sefiu Ajape
The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has pledged to release Nnamdi Kanu and engage separatist agitators through dialogue if elected president.
Speaking during an interaction with Nigerians in Washington, Obi said Kanu should not be in detention over remarks allegedly made on Radio Biafra, stressing that criticism of political leaders should not be treated as a criminal offence.
“There’s no reason for keeping Nnamdi Kanu. I will free Nnamdi Kanu as President. He has done nothing wrong; the government has no reason to arrest him because he was speaking and calling people names on radio,” Obi said.
The former Anambra State governor noted that politicians and public office holders are often criticised and insulted, arguing that such actions should not be considered offences.
“Anybody can tell you anything. I’m a politician and people call me all sorts of names and I don’t think calling me names is an offence,” he added.
Obi further stated that he would prioritise dialogue in addressing separatist agitations and other concerns across the country.
“If I am in government today, I will discuss with all agitators because I believe that they have a reason for whatever they want to do and it’s only by engaging them that we would learn,” he said.
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