Calling on the Government of Nigeria to ensure that all legal proceedings involving Mazi Nnamdi Kanu are conducted in full accordance with Nigeria's constitutional obligations and international human rights commitments.
This resolution calls on the Nigerian government to conduct all legal proceedings involving Mazi Nnamdi Kanu in line with the country's constitution and international human rights standards. It specifically urges Nigeria to address concerns regarding Kanu's detention, access to legal counsel, medical care, and humane treatment conditions. The measure directs the U.S. Secretary of State to engage diplomatically with Nigerian officials to ensure due process and respect for fundamental rights. As a non-binding congressional resolution, it expresses the U.S. commitment to human rights without imposing mandatory legal actions on Nigeria.
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Introduced May 22, 2026
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May 22, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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John James
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