The House of Representative Ad hoc committee set up to interface with relevant security agencies to reduce kidnapping, assassinations, and banditry in and around Isiukwuato and Umunnochi Local Government Area of Abia State, has demanded the release of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu.
The committee insisted that the agitator has to be released for peace to reign in the southeast region.
The Chairman of the committee, Hon. Obinna Aguocha made the call at a meeting on Thursday in Abuja.
Aguocha stated that the government has to recognise the rule of law, justice, and equitable inclusion of the South East zone for absolute peace and reduction of crime.
He said to achieve the project Nigeria, the unconditional release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu from unlawful detention to ensure lasting peace and security in the entire region cannot be over-emphasized.
While addressing the security agencies present at the meeting, he said the insecurity challenges being faced in areas such as Abia State were as a result of shared borders with other states which gives the criminals a leeway for movement across the state’s borders.
According to him, “The opportunity for inter-state collaboration presents itself and must be explored to foster regional participation. The challenges faced by one state rippled across it’s neighbours and therefore, our strategies for resolution must be all inclusive.
“By synergising our resources, expertise, and perspective, we can create a stronger front against insecurity and strengthen the bond that binds us.
“As we navigate the complexities of security concerns, we must also be prepared to tackle the root causes of these issues at their core and work to ensure lasting solutions that would stand the test of time.”
