Nnamdi Kanu: South East group pushes for political solution

From Okwe Obi, Abuja

A South East union, under the aegis of Igbo Community Association in Abuja, has called for a political solution to the life imprisonment of the Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.

Its President General, Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe, at a press briefing, yesterday, in Abuja, said the sentencing of Kanu to life imprisonment would not solve the problem bedeviling the Southeast region.

“We are demanding a political solution to the matter. That is the only way we can solve this problem of Nnamdi Kanu,” he said.

Meanwhile, Ellis-Ezenekwe, head of the February 2026 Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) chairmanship polls, Igbo Community Association in Abuja, has settled for the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate, Obinna Simon, popularly known as MC Tagwaye.

Ellis-Ezenekwe said he was pleased by his commitment to community development, social welfare, and economic empowerment.

He said: “Following a thorough review of campaign manifestoes and policies, we found that Obinna Simon’s vision and expertise align with the needs of the diverse communities in the FCT.

“His understanding of complex issues and mastery of tackling them is impressive. We are confident that he will be a champion for the rights and interests of all residents in AMAC.

“We are, particularly, impressed by his commitment to community development, social welfare, and economic empowerment. His integrity and trustworthiness are unquestionable, making him the ideal candidate for the position. “The Igbo Community in Abuja resolves to support and vote for Obinna Simon, and we call on all residents of AMAC to join us in this endorsement.”