Israeli MP Seeks UN Resolution on Kanu’s Freedom as Recommended by UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention
Emmanuel Ugwu-Nwogo in Enugu Despite the conviction and life sentence imposed on Mazi Nnamdi Kanu by the Nigeria court, demands for his release have continued unabated across the world. The latest
A member of the Israeli Knesset, Afef Abbed, has called on the United Nations to take action regarding Mazi Nnamdi Kanu's release, following a recommendation from the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention. Abbed urged the UN to adopt a resolution based on the rule of law, human rights, and the recommendations of the Working Group, specifically Opinion No. 25/2022 concerning Kanu.
The UN Working Group concluded that Kanu's detention was arbitrary and recommended his release, as well as compensation and other reparations. Despite the Working Group's findings, the Nigerian authorities proceeded with Kanu's trial and sentenced him to life imprisonment. Abbed called upon the UN to review the implementation of Opinion No. 25/2022, request updates from the Nigerian government, and encourage dialogue with Nigeria to ensure Kanu's legal proceedings comply with international human rights standards.
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