Posted 1/21/2024, 5:54:23 PM
Buhari Favored Kanu Extradition Over Assassination Abroad, Says Ex-Spokesperson's Book
- Buhari preferred extraditing Kanu to Nigeria to face trial rather than killing him abroad, according to his former spokesperson's new book
- Kanu was extradited in 2021 after jumping bail when originally arraigned for alleged terrorism and treason charges
- A delegation of Igbo leaders pleaded with Buhari to release Kanu, but Buhari refused
- Buhari told the delegation he let Kanu face trial in Nigeria as a "favor" instead of mobilizing to eliminate him abroad
- The book claims some pastors vigorously campaigned against Buhari winning the 2015 election and later prayed against his government after he won