Nnamdi Kanu

Nnamdi Kanu

politician Nigeria

Nnamdi Kanu is the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a pro-Biafran separatist movement in Nigeria. He has been a prominent figure advocating for the self-determination of the Igbo people and has gained significant support both locally and internationally. Kanu's activities have led to his arrest and detention by Nigerian authorities, which he and his supporters contend are politically motivated. He has faced various legal challenges and has been vocal about his belief that his detention is unlawful.

Born on Oct 25, 1965 (60 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
1,553,106
Power
3,375$
Sentiment
4.67
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 3 4.67 0.68% +10% 206,139,589 1,553,106 $448,000 3,375$
Totals 3 206,139,589 1,553,106 $448,000 3,375$
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Recent Mentions

Nigeria Nigeria: Nnamdi Kanu is the leader of IPOB who sought a transfer from the Sokoto Correctional Centre. 5

The Punch: Nnamdi Kanu transfer bid collapses as lawyers withdraw

Nigeria Nigeria: Nnamdi Kanu is the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra and is currently in prison in Sokoto State. 5

The Punch: Family Warns of Fake Nnamdi Kanu Social Media Accounts

Nigeria Nigeria: Nnamdi Kanu's legal representation was withdrawn after accusations of dictatorial attitude. 4

The Punch: Hakimi suspended, Diezani case & more

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Nnamdi Kanu is a Nigerian separatist leader found guilty of terrorism for inciting violence in his campaign for Biafra's independence. 3

BBC: Nigerian separatist leader found guilty of terrorism

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Nnamdi Kanu has sacked the lawyers representing him at his trial and announced he will be representing himself from now on. 6

BBC: Nigerian separatist leader begins defence in court

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Nnamdi Kanu is a separatist leader who has been in detention since 2021 on terrorism charges. 7

BBC: Nigeria police fire tear gas at Abuja protesters

Nigeria Nigeria: Nnamdi Kanu is the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra and is currently being prosecuted on charges relating to alleged terrorism. 5

The Punch: Nnamdi Kanu fit for trial, says Nigerian Medical Association

Nigeria Nigeria: Nnamdi Kanu is the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, whose ongoing legal proceedings are central to the controversy. 5

The Punch: NANS denies involvement in planned Nnamdi Kanu protest

Tanzania Tanzania: Nnamdi Kanu is a British citizen and leader of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), facing terrorism and treason charges in Nigeria. 5

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: British citizen arrested in Kenya charged with terrorism and treason in Nigeria