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Date: Friday, 13 March 2026 A massive protest known as the “Free Nnamdi Kanu March,” also described by supporters as the “One Million Man March,” took place on 12 March 2026 in Aba, drawing significant public attention and renewed calls for the release of Nnamdi Kanu. The demonstration began early in the morning around Ariaria International Market, one of the largest commercial centers in the region. Protesters later moved through major routes including Enyimba Junction and the busy Enugu–Umuahia–Aba–Port Harcourt Expressway. Participants carried banners and placards while chanting slogans demanding the immediate and unconditional release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra. Reports from multiple media sources described the turnout as massive, with hundreds to thousands of people participating in the protest. Although the event was popularly referred to as a “One Million Man March,” the name was largely symbolic of the strong public sentiment behind the cause. Among notable figures present during the protest were Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore, and Emmanuel Kanu, who both addressed the crowd and expressed solidarity with the demand for justice. However, as the protest progressed, security forces reportedly intervened, blocking some roads and dispersing the crowd using tear gas and warning shots fired into the air. The development caused temporary panic in parts of Aba and forced several businesses to shut down for safety reasons. Despite the tense situation, no widely confirmed deaths or major arrests were reported. Speaking at the protest, Omoyele Sowore called on Bola Ahmed Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu, describing the trial as unjust and urging the federal government to address the concerns raised by demonstrators. Emmanuel Kanu also condemned the security response and reiterated that supporters would continue peaceful protests until his brother regains freedom. Observers say the protest highlights the continued support for Nnamdi Kanu in the South-East and reflects broader concerns about justice, political rights, and self-determination. The march also drew national attention due to the involvement of activists from outside the South-East, suggesting that the issue is increasingly being discussed within a wider national human-rights context. For many supporters, the demonstration serves as a reminder that the demand for Kanu’s release remains a central issue in the region. Mazi Ifeanyi Head of Biafra Homeland Media