By Gloria Ikibah
Members of the Minority Caucus from the seven political parties in the House of Representatives have adopted a motion seeking for the immediate release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.
The motion which was sponsored by the member representing Ikwuano, Umuahia North, and Umuahia South Federal Constituency, Rep. Obi Aguocha was adopted by the Minority Caucus, during the end of session/first legislative year Dinner of the 10th Assembly.
Rep. Aguocha appealed intensely to the Minority Caucus, requesting his Colleagues to take a definitive position on the ongoing discourse surrounding Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and explore a political solution to this pressing issue.
Naijablitznews.com recalled that the Minority Caucus consists of members from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) – 115 seats; Labour Party (LP) – 35 seats; New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) – 19 seats; All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) – 5 seats; Social Democratic Party (SDP) – 2 seats; Young Progressives Party (YPP) – 2 seats, and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) – 2 seats, respectively.
In hiis lead debate, Rep. Aguocha highlighted the importance of a united stance within the Minority Caucus, even as he emphasised that the resolution of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s case is crucial for national peace, stability, and unity.
He further called for immediate and strategic engagement with relevant stakeholders to advocate for a peaceful and political resolution to the matter, which has significant implications for the socio-political landscape of Nigeria.
Rep. Aguocha underscored the potential benefits of addressing the situation through dialogue and reconciliation rather than a prolonged abuse of legal processes and confrontation.
He expressed optimism that a political solution could pave the way for enhanced national integration and the restoration of trust among various communities.
“Today, the opposition parties have taken a decisive stand on Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the planned protest, insecurity, the dilapidated infrastructure, and the economy.”
The adoption of the position on Mazi Nnamdi Kanu by the Minority Caucus comes off the heels of his recent visits to the former President Muhammadu Buhari, successful mobilisation of 50 of his Colleagues across all parties and also the South-East Caucus of the National Assembly.
Naijablitznews.com recalled that the South-East Governors Forum had joined in the call for the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.
Rep. Aguocha’s call to action by his colleagues serves as a reminder of the critical role that legislative bodies play in fostering peace and stability in the nation.
He reiterated his commitment to championing initiatives that promote justice, equity, and harmonious co-existence across Nigeria.