Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka on Tuesday appeared at the ongoing trial of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, in Abuja.
Mbaka’s appearance at the court attracted attention as the Catholic priest expressed his desire to see Kanu return home.
The development comes amid continued legal proceedings involving Kanu, whose case has remained a major issue in Nigeria’s political and security discourse, particularly across the South-East.
Mbaka, who has previously spoken on national issues and matters concerning peace and reconciliation, was seen at the court as proceedings continued.
His presence has renewed attention on calls for dialogue, reconciliation and a possible resolution to the prolonged dispute surrounding Kanu’s detention and prosecution
The appearance also comes at a time when various stakeholders have continued to advocate peaceful approaches to addressing concerns surrounding the agitation for self-determination in the South-East.
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Kanu’s trial has continued to attract national and international attention, with supporters calling for his release while the Federal Government has maintained its position in the legal proceedings against him.
Mbaka’s reported desire to take Kanu home is expected to generate further reactions from political, religious and civil society stakeholders as the case progresses.