A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to grant a presidential pardon to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, describing the move as necessary for national peace and unity.
In an open letter addressed to the President, Ikwechegh said Nigeria is currently facing rising insecurity, political tension, economic hardship, and declining international confidence, adding that only decisive leadership can restore calm.
According to him, killings, ethnic mistrust, and worsening divisions across the country have created a fragile national atmosphere that requires urgent reconciliation.
“This is a time to unite our country; this is a time to heal our nation,” he wrote.
The lawmaker noted that growing conversations globally about Nigeria’s instability are alarming, and warned that continued detention of Kanu is contributing significantly to unrest, particularly in the South-East.
Ikwechegh urged the President to consider clemency as a strategic step toward de-escalation.
“Clemency at this moment will not only quell security tension in the country, especially in the South-East, but will also draw his supporters closer to the leadership of the President,” he stated.
He further reminded the President of the sacrifices of Nigeria’s founding fathers, urging him to preserve unity and prevent the country from drifting into deeper crisis.
Describing President Tinubu as the only person capable of restoring stability, Ikwechegh emphasized that forgiveness and reconciliation would send a powerful message of leadership and national healing.
“Let us remember the labour of our heroes past. Let us keep this country united and commit ourselves to healing our land,” he added.
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