Peter Obi Promises to Free Nnamdi Kanu if Elected

Peter Obi, the former Governor of Anambra State and a presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, declared his intention to negotiate with armed groups, including bandits, and to seek the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Speaking during an engagement in Washington, Obi maintained that Kanu should not remain in detention, arguing that dialogue is a better option for resolving political and security disputes in Nigeria.

He reiterated that there is no justification for Kanu's detention, stating that one cannot arrest someone merely for speaking on the radio. Obi emphasized that engaging with bandits is part of a broader peace strategy and that as president, he would work to address the grievances of the people, asserting that dialogue does not equate to endorsing violent actions.

He expressed readiness to take necessary measures to end violence in the country.