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Nnamdi Kanu

Asked by Sir Iain Duncan SmithConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 2 February 2026UIN 108574

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what representations she has made to her Nigerian counterparts regarding the arbitrary detention of Mr Nnamdi Kanu and what steps she is taking to secure his release.

Answered by Chris Elmore

I refer the Rt Hon member to the answer provided for 87707 on 19 November 2025.

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