IPOB vows to keep pressing for Nnamdi Kanu’s release, warns judiciary turning into security arm
IPOB issued a statement insisting it will not be silenced or intimidated in its campaign for the unconditional release of its leader Nnamdi Kanu, alleging fraudulent judicial processes in his case and warning that Nigeria’s judiciary risks becoming an extension of the security apparatus. The group said it will continue exposing every fraudulent step in the trial until Kanu is freed. The statement came amid a flurry of other national headlines: a court is set to rule on the EFCC’s bid to seize 57 properties linked to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami; allegations that former President Buhari did not create the PFIPC agency, countered by Atiku; a scandal involving top officials in the PFIPC scandal named by former Attorney-General Fagbemi; criticism of NYSC reforms as unfortunate; heavy rains and windstorms causing damage in Jigawa; reports of a masquerade group killing a 24‑year‑old man after defying the Olubadan’s order in Oyo; abductions in Borno and Oyo criticized as evidence of Tinubu’s alleged incapacity and lack of compassion; accusations that Tinubu is using road projects to fight insecurity; and warnings that a Taraba bridge is near collapse. Together these stories highlight growing concerns over governance, insecurity, and judicial independence across Nigeria.