The security situation in the southeast has not improved by keeping him, according to Kenneth Okonkwo. The continued detention has exacerbated the crisis rather than resolving it. This complex issue demands a nuanced approach, as the current strategy appears ineffective.
Kenneth Okonkwo highlights a crucial point: "keeping him in custody has not solved the security situation in the southeast. Instead, it has given rise to new challenges. The rise of "unknown gunmen" exemplifies how the situation has become more unpredictable and difficult to manage. This unpredictable nature of the crisis indicates that the current methods may be inadequate.
"It has not stopped the agitation. As a matter of fact, it is making even the agitation to now be multifaceted, to now be unknown. That's why you hear of the unknown gunmen. So it's more difficult to tackle. Releasing him, in my opinion, will be better now than keeping him," says Kenneth Okonkwo.
Okonkwo argues that the benefits of releasing him outweigh the costs. He suggests that negotiating with him and finding the best option for release could lead to a more manageable situation. "The benefit of releasing him will be better than the cost. So you negotiate with him, know the best option, and release him," he asserts.
In conclusion, the current strategy of keeping him has not solved the security situation in the southeast. The emergence of unknown gunmen and the multifaceted nature of the agitation highlight the need for a different approach. Releasing him, as suggested by Kenneth Okonkwo, could potentially lead to a more stable and secure environment. This solution warrants serious consideration as the region continues to grapple with escalating unrest.
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