Abia State Governor Alex Otti has disclosed that governors in the South-East are continuing efforts behind the scenes to secure the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
Otti said the governors had not abandoned the matter and were holding private discussions with relevant authorities in the Federal Government in pursuit of a resolution.
The Abia governor made this known during his monthly media chat in Umuahia, where he confirmed that consultations were ongoing but declined to reveal details of the engagements.
According to him, making the details of the discussions public could undermine the process.
Kanu is currently serving a life sentence in Sokoto following his conviction on terrorism-related charges by the Federal High Court in Abuja.
IPOB Declares Boycott of APC Activities
Meanwhile, IPOB has directed its members and supporters to boycott the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its political rallies until Kanu’s appeal against his conviction is listed for hearing.
The group said the decision was a protest against what it described as the Federal Government’s failure to facilitate the hearing of the appeal.
In a statement issued by its Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, the group declared: “No listing, no participation.”
IPOB also said its members would reject APC insignia as part of the protest, insisting that the legal process involving its leader must proceed without further delay.
The group alleged that Kanu’s appeal against the November 20, 2025 judgment had yet to be listed for hearing. It further accused the Federal Government of failing to file its respondent’s brief in the case.
The latest developments come amid continuing calls by Kanu’s supporters for progress in his legal challenge, while Otti says South-East governors are pursuing diplomatic engagements with the Federal Government to address the matter.
