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South East Group Distances Self from Sowore’s Free Nnamdi Kanu Protest
South East Group Distances Self from Sowore’s Free Nnamdi Kanu Protest
By: Michael Mike
A South East group, Task force and Committee for Free Nnamdi Kanu, has distanced itself from the FreeNnamdiKanuNow Planned Protest by Omoyele Sowore, publisher of Sahara reporters and presidential candidate of AA in the last general election.
Sowore has called Nigerians out to protest the continued detention of the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu by the Nigerian government. The protest is scheduled across the country on Monday, October 20.
Addressing a press conference in Abuja on Sunday, the Convener and Executive Secretary, Task force and Committee for Free Nnamdi Kanu of IPOB, Barr. Emejulu Okpalaukwu Okpalaezeukwu, said no group from the Southeastern region is involved in the Sowore’s planned protest.
He said at no point did they ever contemplate staging any kind of protest, especially when political moves were already going on for the release of Kanu.
He said besides, traditional rulers from the region are on top of the issue.
Okpalaezeukwu also said he suspected an ulterior motive for the protest, especially as it is coming at a point where traditional rulers have gone far in the attempt to release Nnamdi Kanu.
He also alleged that there are people benefiting from the continued incarceration of Kanu and would not want him released.
He insisted that they are not against anybody protesting but doubted if it will serve any good purpose at this point in time as efforts are high to get Kanu released, stating that they are against any move that can jeopardise the ongoing efforts.
He called on “Ndi Igbo, particularly igbo traders, youth and peace loving Nigerians to stay away from Sowore’s October 20 2025 protest.” He said: “We have concluded spiritual and political actions to peacefully secure freedom and release of Nnamdi Kanu for peace, security, understanding, unity, development and progress of mankind.”
He said our further findings indicate that Nnamdi Kanu being “symbol of Igbo resistance against marginalization is” always attract multi dimensional support and contributions of Ndi Igbo and good people Worldwide, towards his freedom and release.”
He however said this protest does not have the blessing of Ndi Igbo and all the traditional leaders from the South East.
He said: “In view of the above, let all traders, youth, students and civil servants go about their normal businesses.
“If protests must take place, allow the politicians, those against and those for , do the protest PEACEFULLY.”
He therefore charged the security agencies to do their work so as to ensure the protest is not hijacked.
South East Group Distances Self from Sowore’s Free Nnamdi Kanu Protest
Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of 17 Brigade have arrested a suspected military impostor during a fighting patrol in Malumfashi Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect was apprehended at about 1:30 p.m. on July 4 by troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Malumfashi while conducting routine patrols within Malumfashi town.
According to the sources, the suspect was intercepted while wearing a woodland camouflage three-quarter short, raising suspicion among the troops.
A search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of a fake Nigerian Army identity card, four Automated Teller Machine (ATM) cards, one woodland camouflage three-quarter short, a wristwatch and the sum of ₦17,000.
The suspect and the recovered exhibits are currently in military custody pending further investigation.
Military sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing efforts to curb impersonation of security personnel and other criminal activities within the area.
Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina
Troops Recover 50 Rustled Cattle, Repel Suspected Rustlers in Kaduna
By Zagazola Makama
Troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kankomi have recovered 50 rustled cattle after repelling suspected cattle rustlers during an ambush operation in Chikun Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded to a distress call at about 9:55 a.m. on July 4 over the activities of suspected rustlers at Ungwan Gontu community.
According to the sources, the troops swiftly laid an ambush and made contact with the fleeing suspects, forcing them to abandon the stolen livestock and escape into the surrounding area.
During the operation, the troops recovered 50 rustled cattle, which were subsequently identified and handed over to their rightful owner.
Military sources said efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects as security operations continue to combat cattle rustling and other criminal activities across Kaduna State.
Troops Recover 50 Rustled Cattle, Repel Suspected Rustlers in Kaduna
Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist in Kogi, Suspect Confesses to Group Membership
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of 12 Brigade, in collaboration with Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Hybrid Forces, have arrested a suspected terrorist during an operation in Lokoja Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded at about 1:00 p.m. on July 4 to reports of a confrontation between local residents and a suspected terrorist at a Ruga settlement behind Obajana community.
According to the sources, the troops swiftly intervened and arrested one suspect at the scene.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to being a member of a terrorist group led by an individual identified as Haruna, which allegedly operates within the Okene general area.
The suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing further investigation to establish the extent of his involvement and identify other members of the group.
Military sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing security operations aimed at dismantling terrorist and criminal networks across Kogi State.
Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist in Kogi, Suspect Confesses to Group Membership
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Troops Recover 50 Rustled Cattle, Repel Suspected Rustlers in Kaduna
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