Reno Omokri, a popular Nigerian author and former presidential aide, has accused Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate, of being quiet over Simon Ekpa's arrest.

Simon Ekpa, a Finnish-Nigerian lawyer and activist, was arrested in Finland on December 6, 2023, over his alleged involvement in the separatist movement in Nigeria. Ekpa has been a vocal advocate for the secession of the Igbo people from Nigeria and has been linked to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

Reno Omokri, in a series of tweets, accused Peter Obi of being quiet over Ekpa's arrest, stating that Obi's silence was "deafening". Omokri questioned why Obi had not spoken out against Ekpa's arrest, given his own claims to be a champion of the Igbo people.

The arrest of Simon Ekpa has raised concerns about the potential for violence and unrest in the Southeast region of Nigeria. The Nigerian government has been accused of using heavy-handed tactics to suppress the IPOB and other separatist movements in the region.

Peter Obi's silence on Ekpa's arrest has been criticized by many, who argue that as a presidential candidate, he has a responsibility to speak out on issues that affect the country and its people. Obi's supporters, on the other hand, have defended his silence, arguing that he may be choosing to remain neutral on the issue.

The IPOB, which has been linked to Simon Ekpa, has been a major player in the separatist movement in Nigeria. The group has been advocating for the secession of the Igbo people from Nigeria, citing decades of marginalization and oppression.

The Nigerian government has responded to the IPOB's demands with force, leading to clashes between security forces and IPOB members. The situation has resulted in the loss of lives and property, and has raised concerns about the potential for further violence and unrest.

As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Peter Obi will respond to the criticism and controversy surrounding Simon Ekpa's arrest. 

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