Nnamdi Kanu's family raises fresh health concerns, calls for independent medical access

In a statement, Emmanuel Kanu, on behalf of the Okwu-Kanu family, highlighted that Kanu's health was neglected during custody, leading to a life-threatening potassium level and other untreated conditions like hypertension, deteriorating kidney function, and cardiac complications. An independent medical team, led by Emeritus Professor Martin Aghaji, was eventually granted access, which reportedly improved Kanu's potassium levels and reduced symptoms such as nosebleeds and headaches. The family claims that these doctors have since faced intimidation and persecution, with some under scrutiny by regulatory authorities.

They are urging relevant institutions to allow the medical team to perform their duties without interference and are calling for unrestricted access for Kanu to his preferred physicians, the withdrawal of disciplinary proceedings against the doctors, and an independent review of his medical records. Petitions have been sent to the governments of the United States, the United Kingdom, Israel, Nigerian institutions, and international human rights organizations. Additionally, Kanu has appealed to the Nigerian Medical Association to intervene in his healthcare issues and support his independent medical team, citing concerns about his medical treatment that remain before the Court of Appeal.

He seeks the NMA's eng