Nigerians living in Germany and other members of the diaspora have appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to grant a presidential pardon to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who was recently sentenced to life imprisonment.
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The appeal came after an emergency meeting of the community held in Frankfurt on November 21, 2025. During the meeting, participants expressed concern over Kanu’s conviction, warning that the sentence could increase ethnic tensions and worsen Nigeria’s already fragile political situation. They urged the president to use his constitutional power of mercy to grant Kanu a pardon in order to promote peace and unity.
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The group noted that many of Kanu’s grievances reflect wider frustrations among Nigerians, particularly in the South-East region, who feel politically marginalized, economically disadvantaged, and insecure. They argued that releasing him could help rebuild trust and foster national reconciliation.
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The call for a pardon adds to growing domestic and international discussions about addressing separatist movements and regional unrest in South-East Nigeria. Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court convicted Kanu on terrorism-related charges, after which he was transferred to the Sokoto Correctional Facility.
The community appealed to President Tinubu to consider the pardon as a step toward national stability, dialogue, and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse groups.
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