Mmaduabuchi OkoyeSheikh Gumi offers to champion Kanu release if he repents
Key points
- Sheikh Gumi says he will push for pardon soon if Kanu apologises publicly. He will act soon if Kanu apologises publicly.
- He cites past amnesties for militants as precedent for mercy and healing. He names Ojukwu and Niger Delta militants as examples.
- Gumi urges non-violent solutions to security problems now and dialogue. He says calm talks yield better results than force.
Sheikh Ahmad Gumi (Ahmad Abubakar Gumi) says he will lead calls for clemency for Nnamdi Kanu if the IPOB leader shows real remorse for his actions.
Image credit: Nnamdi Kanu & Sheikh Gumi / InstagramHe made the offer after the recent trial and sentence, and he spoke in a Channels TV interview this week.
The court convicts Nnamdi Kanu report says the judge found Kanu guilty on several counts and imposed a life term, and the ruling has prompted swift public reaction.
Gumi said remorse should lead to mercy and national healing. He compared Kanu’s case to past amnesties for militants in Nigeria.
Why Gumi says pardon may follow
Gumi pointed to former reconciliations after conflict in history as examples. He named Shagari and Yar’Adua’s policies as past clemency acts.
Some critics said Gumi has been controversial for links to violent groups. A recent Sheikh Gumi avoids arrest claim appeared on ValidUpdates. Gumi denies wrongdoing and says his work seeks peace for communities.
He said Kanu must repent and call publicly for peace. If Kanu does that Gumi will push for a political pardon.
The federal government says it will follow all court processes. Lawyers expect rapid appeals and legal challenges to follow sentencing.
Amnesty examples Gumi cited
Gumi cited Shagari’s pardon for Ojukwu as a long ago precedent. He also referenced Yar’Adua’s moves on Niger Delta militants years ago.
Gumi said forgiveness can help calm things down across Nigeria. He urged leaders to try talks before violence grows further.
“I will seek peace.” He said that his offer depends on Kanu’s public apology and peace call.
Human rights groups warn against quick pardons without full review. They urge clear answers and full legal steps before any release.
Some community leaders back reintegration for repentant militants who lay down arms. They say reintegration helps heal wounds and rebuild trust locally.
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