Amaechi Claims ICC Arrest of Tinubu Requires Deaths

Rotimi Amaechi, the vice-presidential candidate for the African Democratic Congress, asserted that under international law, a certain number of people must die in Nigeria before President Bola Tinubu could face arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Amaechi made these comments during a discussion with ADC stakeholders in a video.

He warned Tinubu about his administration's actions against the opposition, drawing parallels with former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who is currently detained due to the deaths of thousands. Amaechi stated, "International law says there is a number of persons that must die at the hands of this government before Tinubu will be prosecuted by the International Criminal Court." He emphasized that not only Tinubu but also military and police officials who issued orders would be liable under international law.

Amaechi urged resistance against government violence, indicating that the situation is serious and must be addressed.