Private Aso Villa meeting reportedly focuses on political and security considerations surrounding the detained IPOB leader
By Wapcodehub9ja LIVE News Correspondent — Reporting Live from Aso Villa, Abuja
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja in a closed-door session that insiders say forms part of renewed moves to secure the release of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The unexpected meeting has sparked new debates across the Southeast, where political and community leaders have intensified their appeals for Kanu’s freedom.
Although the Presidency did not release an official statement as at the time of this report, credible sources who spoke with Wapcodehub9ja LIVE News confirmed that the discussion centered on the security, political, and legal implications of Kanu’s continued detention. Governor Otti reportedly highlighted concerns raised by traditional rulers, civil society groups, and regional stakeholders pushing for a political settlement.
According to a senior government official familiar with the conversation, President Tinubu acknowledged the sensitivity of the issue and expressed willingness to review evolving recommendations from legal and security teams. However, he reportedly maintained that any resolution must align with the constitutional framework and national security requirements.
Analysts say Otti’s direct engagement with the President marks a significant step in Southeast leaders’ collective efforts to ease regional tensions. The Abia governor has consistently advocated dialogue-based approaches that foster peace, stability, and economic recovery across the region.
The meeting has generated cautious optimism among Southeast residents, many of whom believe that political intervention remains the most effective path toward Kanu’s release. Various community groups, youth coalitions, and advocacy bodies have also urged the Federal Government to adopt reconciliation-driven strategies to strengthen national unity.
As stakeholders await further updates, indications suggest that more consultations will follow between the Federal Government and Southeast leadership. The coming weeks are expected to shape the next phase of discussions surrounding the prolonged detention and its broader national impact.
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