The Okwu-Kanu Family is demanding an appeal hearing for Mazie Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous Peoples Of Biafra (IPOB). The family is questioning the legal grounds upon which Kanu was convicted and sentenced by the Federal High Court in Abuja. Prince Emmanuel Kanu, the IPOB leader’s younger brother, spoke on Monday on behalf of the family, voicing their concerns. They are seeking a thorough review of the case to ensure due process was followed. The family’s statement highlights a dispute over the legality of the initial conviction. This demand comes as the family continues to advocate for Kanu’s release and a resolution to the ongoing situation surrounding IPOB and its activities in Nigeria. The case continues to draw significant attention within Nigeria.