As Nigerians continue baring their minds on the conviction of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) by an Abuja High Court presided over by Justice James Omotosho, the Archbishop of the Methodist Archdiocese of Olivier, Imo State, Most Rev Livinus Biereonwu Onuagha has described the decision of the court as a grave misjudgment that has failed the test of fairness and justice in Nigeria.
Most Rev Onuagha while condemning the life sentence slammed on Nnamdi Kanu, noted that the court’s judgment delivered by Justice Omotosho, has deepened widespread concerns over the nation’s governance system.
The Arch Bishop who pointed out that the judgment questions the credibility of Nigeria’s judicial system and also amplified fears that Nigeria is not a just nation.
He called for sincere conversations around the matter and challenged political leaders in the Southe East Region to stand up to the occasion and engage with their people.
“Igbo politicians should recognise the realities on the ground and respond to the grievances of the region.
Most Rev Onuagha, lamented that while terrorists who have killed, maimed and rapped women and children without provocation have walked free and even receivea pat on the wrist for their evil deeds, Mazi Kanu whom he said is a non-violent agitator has received the harshest possible sentence for speaking up for his people.
“When people who have taken up arms are being reintegrated into society, while someone who has not been linked to violence is given life imprisonment, many citizens begin to question the fairness of the system,” the Archbishop said.
The Methodist Clergyman who advised the federal government to prioritise justice, dialogue, and the equitable treatment of all citizens, reminded the authorities that the only solution to lasting peace is when all citizens feel protected and treated fairly under the nation’s law.
