Serah Oparaocha appealed to Bola Ahmed Tinubu during a community gathering in Afaraukwu. Oparaocha, a 99-year-old woman from Etitinabu Na Ndagbo in Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State, described Nnamdi Kanu as her grandson.
The event occurred over the weekend at Isama Afaraukwu Ibeku and heightened emotions among residents.
Personal Connection to Kanu
Oparaocha shared the same ancestral line as Kanu in the Etitinabu Na Ndagbo kindred. She served as the oldest member of this group. Additionally, she resided in Kanu’s hometown of Afaraukwu. This bond fueled her desire to see him free.
Heartfelt Pleas and Statements
Oparaocha urged Tinubu, who serves as president of Nigeria, to release Kanu. She stated, “Please tell the President to release my grandson, Nnamdi Kanu, so I can see him again before I meet my Creator.” Furthermore, she added, “I am pleading with the Nigerian government to release him so I can see him before God calls me.”
Oparaocha mentioned her age and said, “I am now 99 years old and will soon be 100 years.” She also revealed, “I weep every morning during my prayers because of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.”
Community Sentiment
Residents gathered to support the demand for Kanu’s release. Kanu led the Indigenous People of Biafra and remained in detention. Meanwhile the plea reflected broader community emotions in Abia State.
No Immediate Response
Government officials provided no immediate comments on the appeal. However the incident underscored ongoing calls for Kanu’s freedom from various quarters.