British law firm, Bindmans LLP has called on the ministers of the British government to take action regarding the way Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu is being treated in DSS detention.
In a statement released on its site, the British firm stated that it was instructed by the family of Nnamdi Kanu to raise urgent concerns with ministers about his detention in conditions that amount to torture.
The statement reads;
“The British government has a firm and explicit policy on condemning and seeking to end torture and mistreatment.
That policy sets out a range of actions open to the UK authorities when an individual with British nationality is subject to torture abroad. There is no dispute that Mr Kanu is being tortured.
“It is essential, therefore, that the FCDO steps up its efforts to assist him and stop his torture imminently. To do otherwise would be inconsistent with the UK’s obligations under international law and the principles of its policy.
We have made detailed representations to the FCDO on its legal obligations through its lawyers, and expect a prompt response on what action will now be taken.”
