Soldier Exposes Why Nigeria Can’t Work—#FreeNnamdiKanu Gains Momentum After Viral Video

A viral video by a Nigerian soldier—known online as “Ex-Man”—has sparked outrage after he exposed deep flaws in military leadership and governance, fueling calls for justice and the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.

🎥 What the Soldier Said:
In a two-minute segment from his longer video titled “Letter to Mr President”, Lance Corporal Festus Igenkhai (aka “Ex-Man”) accused top military officials of:
• Complacency and corruption: He claimed many generals are “too comfortable in air-conditioned offices” while insecurity ravages the country.
• Sabotage from within: He alleged that some high-ranking officers are deliberately allowing insecurity to fester, suggesting internal mutiny.
• Failure of leadership: He urged President Tinubu to assign generals to specific states with performance-based tasks, saying:

His emotionally charged delivery, mixing English and Nigerian Pidgin, resonated with many Nigerians who feel abandoned by the system.

🚨 Military Response:
• The Nigerian Army declared Igenkhai wanted for desertion, citing breaches of military conduct and social media policy.
• He reportedly abandoned his post in November 2024 and had previously faced disciplinary action for unauthorized content.

🔗 Connection to #FreeNnamdiKanu:
Supporters of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu have amplified the video, arguing that it validates their long-standing claims about systemic failure and injustice. The soldier’s blunt critique is seen as a reflection of why dialogue—not detention—is needed to address agitation in the Southeast.

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