Update on Mazi Nnamdi Kanu's Court Case

From the Legal Team of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)

Date: April 25, 2025

Subject: Progress of Unify IGBOS Now Initiative and Acknowledgment of Igbo Unity Efforts

Today, we conducted our routine visitation to our client, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), and we are honored to convey his message to the public regarding the remarkable strides made by the Unify IGBOS Now initiative in Igbanke, Edo State, and the broader movement to strengthen Igbo unity, identity, and cultural pride across Nigeria.

Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has expressed profound gratitude and optimism for the achievements of the Unify IGBOS Now initiative in Igbanke (Igbo Akiri), which he describes as "just the beginning" of a transformative journey toward Igbo unity and self-assertion. He firmly believes that with divine guidance from Chukwu Okike Abiama (Almighty God), greater accomplishments are on the horizon for the Igbo nation.

Key points Mazi Kanu has instructed us to highlight include:

Growing Igbo Boldness and Cultural Pride: Mazi Kanu commends the increasing courage of Igbos across Nigeria in embracing and asserting their origin, ancestry, and cultural heritage. This resurgence of pride is a testament to the resilience of the Igbo people in the face of historical and ongoing challenges.

Vindication of IPOB’s Vision: IPOB’s long-standing commitment to recognizing and uniting Igbos across the 13 states of the South East, South South, and Middle Belt has been vindicated. Despite past vilification, the success of initiatives like Unify IGBOS Now underscores the correctness of IPOB’s inclusive approach to Igbo identity, which transcends artificial geopolitical boundaries.

Acknowledgment of Ohanaeze Ndigbo’s Support: Mazi Kanu warmly acknowledges the congratulatory message from Senator John Azuta-Mbata, President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, to our Igbo brothers and sisters in Igbanke. This gesture reinforces the collaborative spirit needed to advance the collective interests of Ndigbo.

Appreciation for Nnaa Mhenn TV: Mazi Kanu extends heartfelt thanks to the team at Nnaa Mhenn TV for their tireless and impactful work on the ground. Their efforts have been instrumental in countering attempts by detractors to sow division and weaken the Igbo nation. Their dedication to truth and unity has helped ensure the success of the Unify IGBOS Now initiative.

Divine Gratitude: Above all, Mazi Kanu gives glory to Chukwu Okike Abiama, the God of the Igbo race, for guiding and sustaining the efforts to unite and strengthen Ndigbo. He remains confident that divine providence will continue to lead the Igbo nation toward a future of unity, prosperity, and self-determination.

Mazi Kanu calls on all Igbos, both at home and in the diaspora, to remain steadfast in the pursuit of unity and to resist any efforts to divide or marginalize the Igbo nation. He urges continued collaboration among Igbo organizations, leaders, and communities to build on the successes achieved thus far.

We, as Mazi Kanu’s legal team, reaffirm our commitment to advocating for his unconditional release and the broader cause of justice and freedom for the Igbo people. We also echo his call for unity and resilience, confident that the collective efforts of Ndigbo will yield a brighter future.

Signed:

Aloy Ejimakor, Esq.

Special Counsel to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu

On Behalf of the Legal Team