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Nnamdi Kanu: Ndigbos Imprisoned For Life’ – Ex-Senate President, Wabara
Former Senate President, Senator Adolphus Wabara, alongside Igbo advocacy groups, has strongly condemned the life imprisonment handed down to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), by Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court.
Reacting to the verdict, Senator Wabara described the ruling as unjust, saying it was “not Kanu alone, but the entire Igbo race that they have imprisoned for life.” He expressed shock that while a Boko Haram leader was sentenced to just five years in prison 24 hours earlier, Kanu—a non-violent activist—received a life sentence. Wabara insisted that Kanu is not a terrorist but a freedom fighter advocating against injustice toward the Igbo people. He confirmed that the judgment would be appealed, expressing hope for a favorable outcome at the Court of Appeal or the Supreme Court.
Igbo Women Assembly (IWA) also rejected the verdict, calling it “pre-written” and unfair. IWA National President, Lolo Nneka Chimezie, criticized the court for disregarding Kanu’s written submissions while proceeding to deliver the life sentence. She argued that Kanu’s activism sought only equity and justice for the Igbo people.
“The law they apply for the Igbos is not the same as for other Nigerians,” Chimezie said. “The real terrorists are being rehabilitated and reintegrated, while peaceful IPOB members face harsh sentencing for legitimate demands.”
Professor Ihechukwu Madubuike, former Minister of Education and Health, expressed confidence that the Court of Appeal could overturn the ruling, noting that Kanu has 90 days to file an appeal.
Similarly, HRH Eze Philip Ajomuiwe, former Chairman of the Council of Traditional Rulers, Umuahia North, described the judgment as reflective of entrenched anti-Igbo bias in the country. He questioned why Kanu was found guilty on counts of which he had previously been acquitted by the Court of Appeal, adding that Kanu’s calls for peaceful restructuring of Nigeria were justified and should be respected.
The reactions underscore growing discontent among Igbo leaders and civil society over the life sentence, highlighting broader concerns about perceived inequalities in Nigeria’s judicial system.
The governments of Abia and Imo States have announced the launching of a joint security taskforce and surveillance along the Aba-Owerri expressway, starting from Owerrinta in Abia State all the way to Owerri, Imo State.
The launch followed recent attacks by criminals on the expressway, including kidnapping, armed robbery and other criminal activities.
The formation of the joint security taskforce and surveillance was announced by Ferdinand Ekeoma, the Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Media and Publicity.
His statement read in part: “Arising from a strategic emergency security meeting held today, 4th December, 2025, by the Governors of Abia and Imo Sates at the Imo State Government Owerri House, His Excellency Governor Alex Otti and His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodinma resolved to set up a joint security Taskforce that shall consist of Soldiers, Naval Personnel, Police Officers , DSS Personnel, and other Government Security Agencies.
“The joint security Taskforce shall, starting from tomorrow 5th December 2025, patrol the road 24 hours nonstop, while carrying out massive surveillance in the surrounding bushes using sophisticated drones and other modern security equipment.”
According to the statement, Governor Alex Otti commended the Governor of Imo State for arresting the criminals who carried out an attack on His advanced team and other passengers a few days ago.
“The two Governors, while assuring citizens plying the road on a daily basis and those returning home for Christmas of their safety and security, warn that there would be severe consequences for any criminal caught on the road going forward”, Ekeoma concluded.
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted to the senate two lists of 34 career and 31 non career ambassadors nominees for screening and confirmation.
Prominent names listed as non career ambassadors include Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.
Also listed as non career ambassadors nominees are Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Vice Admiral Ete Ibas, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator Nora Daduut, Fatima Ajimobi, and Senator Ita Enang among others.
The two lists brings to 68 number of persons nominated so far as ambassadors awaiting confirmation by the Senate.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU FORWARDS NEW AMBASSADORIAL LIST TO SENATE, NOMINATES DAMBAZAU, IBAS, CHIOMA OHAKIM AND OTHERS
By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
4-DEC- 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has submitted a fresh set of ambassadorial nominations to the Senate, featuring a mix of distinguished public figures and seasoned professionals drawn from across the country.
Among the notable nominees are former Chief of Army Staff and ex-Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau; former Chief of Naval Staff and immediate past sole administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas; former senator Ita Enang; and Mrs. Chioma Ohakim, former First Lady of Imo State.
The President formally transmitted two comprehensive lists containing 34 career and 31 non-career ambassadorial nominees, bringing the total number of nominees awaiting Senate confirmation to 68.
The newly submitted lists mark another significant step in the administration’s ongoing diplomatic restructuring, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s representation and presence across global missions.
The Senate is expected to commence screening and confirmation proceedings in the coming days.
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