Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Adeniyi Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has urged the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, to embrace dialogue with the Federal Government as a way of resolving his legal and political challenges.

Igboho made the call in a statement issued on Friday and signed by his lawyer, Pelumi Olajengbesi.

He also praised Kanu for officially cancelling the Monday sit-at-home order, which has affected economic and social activities in the South-East for the past five years.

Igboho described the decision as an important step towards restoring peace and stability in the region.

The statement read, “Chief Sunday Adeyemo wishes to commend the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, on his recent cancellation of the Monday sit-at-home across the South-East zone of Nigeria.

“Chief Igboho believes that the move by Mazi Kanu to end the five-year Monday economic siege on the South-East zone is thoughtful.”

Igboho also advised Kanu to adopt a new approach by pursuing formal discussions with the Federal Government.

“Chief Igboho urges the IPOB leader to vigorously explore dialogue and mediation with the Federal Government to break the deadlock in his ordeal”, the statement said.

He expressed confidence that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would be open to negotiations, adding that a peaceful settlement could be achieved if both sides engage sincerely.

“While it is the fundamental right of Mazi Kanu to pursue self-determination, Chief Igboho believes that the current administration of President Bola Tinubu is predisposed to negotiation and mutual understanding for the peace, shared prosperity, security and the deserved respect that the South-East commands”, the statement added.

Igboho also warned those allegedly profiting from violence and unrest in the South-East to stop, stressing that the region must return to peace to allow economic recovery.

“Chief Igboho also urges all those who make profits from the desecration and despoliation of the South-East through violence to desist from such acts in the interest of peace and economic prosperity of the region and the nation.” (Nigerian Tribune)