Igbo Veterans in US, UK Businessman Call For Compliance With Supreme Court Ruling On Kanu
The American Military Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID) based in the United States, along with British businessman Barry Sutton, have penned letters to Justice Binta Nyako, urging her to adhere to the Supreme Court’s judgment regarding Nnamdi Kanu.
In their correspondences shared with the press, AVID appealed for the release of Kanu, whom they labeled a prisoner of conscience, and implored Justice Nyako to respect the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader.
AVID, represented by its President Dr. Sylvester Onyia and Secretary Dr. Godson Obiagwu, criticized Justice Nyako’s refusal to comply with the Supreme Court’s directive, highlighting it as a source of embarrassment for Nigeria’s judicial system and the global community.
“Nnamdi Kanu should have been transferred to a correctional center, rather than being held in a privately owned detention facility where his communications with legal counsel and family members are monitored,” the letter stated.
The veterans expressed concern over perceived bias in the case and emphasized the importance of impartiality in legal proceedings.
Meanwhile, Barry Sutton, in his letter, raised alarm over the judge’s decisions, particularly regarding Kanu’s confinement and bail conditions.
“Your repeated refusal to relocate the accused, Nnamdi Kanu, to a correctional facility as mandated by the constitution raises serious doubts about the principles of justice and fairness upheld by Nigeria’s legal system,” Sutton wrote.
He further criticized the denial of bail and the revocation of bail conditions for Kanu without substantial evidence, highlighting the impact on public trust in the judiciary.
Sutton’s letter underscored the need for upholding the rule of law and preserving the integrity of the legal process in Nigeria and abroad.
