Group Seeks Lawful Resolution Of Nnamdi Kanu’s Case

A newly formed socio-cultural organisation, the Ndi-Igbo Worldwide Union (NIWU), has called for strict adherence to the rule of law in Nigeria, citing various court rulings and international opinions relating to the detention and trial of the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.

The group made the call in a statement on its formal emergence as a global socio-cultural, advocacy and humanitarian organisation committed to promoting the interests of Ndi-Igbo worldwide.

In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja, by the chairman, Ben Nwankwo, and the secretary, Chief Charles Edemuzo, they said the union was established to engage issues affecting Igbo people and to advocate peaceful and lawful solutions within Nigeria’s constitutional framework.

According to NIWU, its intervention is aimed at promoting dialogue, justice, and inclusiveness, particularly in matters relating to governance, development, and national cohesion.

The organisation noted that the Igbo constitute a significant population within Nigeria and the diaspora, stressing the need for policies that promote equitable development and national unity.

It recalled Nigeria’s post-civil war reconciliation commitments, expressing the view that sustained dialogue and inclusive governance remain essential for long-term stability and trust among the country’s diverse groups.

NIWU also raised concerns over infrastructure development in the South-East, urging the federal government to sustain efforts toward balanced regional development in line with national planning objectives.

On insecurity, the group called for strengthened measures to protect lives and property across the country, stressing that all citizens, irrespective of ethnicity or religion, deserve equal protection under the law.

Addressing the case of Nnamdi Kanu, NIWU said its position was anchored on legal processes and judicial pronouncements.

It referenced several court rulings and international opinions relating to aspects of Kanu’s arrest, detention, and trial, noting that such decisions should be respected within the bounds of Nigeria’s legal system.

The union said the rulings, including those of the Federal High Court, state high courts, and opinions from international legal bodies, raised legal questions that require careful consideration by relevant authorities.

While emphasising that its advocacy is non-violent and law-based, NIWU urged continued engagement by legal institutions to ensure that constitutional safeguards and due process are upheld.

The group also called on the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to continue playing its role in promoting constitutionalism, access to justice, and the protection of fundamental rights.

“As a professional body, the NBA has a responsibility to support the rule of law and the rights guaranteed under the Constitution,” the statement said.

NIWU further appealed to Igbo political leaders and stakeholders to pursue unity, dialogue, and responsible leadership, cautioning against actions capable of deepening divisions or undermining peaceful engagement.

In a message to young people, the union encouraged them to remain law-abiding and constructive in pursuing their aspirations, urging peaceful participation in democratic processes.

The organisation expressed optimism that sustained dialogue, lawful advocacy, and inclusive governance would contribute to greater stability and development in the South-East and Nigeria as a whole.