Activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has issued a bold challenge to prominent figures from the South-East, urging them to physically join a peaceful march to Aso Rock in demand for the release of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu.
In a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday, Sowore called on Labour Party leader Peter Obi, Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo, Abia State Governor Alex Otti, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, and others to go beyond rhetoric and take direct action.
“I challenge every politician or person of conscience from the Southeast who says they want Nnamdi Kanu released to stop the rhetoric. Time for action is now. Let’s march to Aso Rock Villa,” Sowore posted.
He further declared his readiness to set aside political differences for the cause, saying he would personally lead the peaceful, lawful demonstration to the seat of power.
“Every governor, senator, member of the House, traditional ruler, priest, eze, Igbo person, and every Nigerian who believes in Kanu’s freedom, come out and do more than talk,” he added.
“We go together peacefully, legally, and visibly to demand justice and an end to MNK’s persecution.”
Sowore’s call comes amid ongoing legal proceedings against Kanu.
Late last month, the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a no-case submission filed by Kanu’s legal team.
Justice James Omotosho ruled that the Federal Government had presented enough evidence, through witness testimonies and exhibits, to establish a prima facie case, requiring Kanu to enter his defence in the terrorism-related trial.
The court scheduled October 8, 2025, to receive a medical report from the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), which would guide the setting of a new trial date.
Kanu filed the no-case submission after the prosecution concluded its presentation, which included five witnesses and several exhibits.
