Amid extradition reports, Finnish Gov’t releases two suspects arrested with Simon Ekpa

The Finnish Government has released two individuals arrested alongside Simon Ekpa, the controversial separatist leader, for alleged subversive activities.

Our correspondents gathered that the pair were freed after being held since November 21, 2024.

Ekpa, along with four others, was apprehended on allegations of incitement to violence, terrorism financing, and spreading terrorist propaganda on social media.

While the identities of the released suspects and the reasons for their release remain undisclosed, Ekpa remains in custody in Finland.

In a related development, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, confirmed during an interview with Channels Television that the Nigerian government has formally requested Ekpa’s extradition to face charges at home.

He said: “The Federal Government has actually forwarded most of the requirements to the Finnish Government. So, I’m sure the right thing will be done.”

The Finnish Government is reportedly collaborating with Nigerian authorities to address the violent activities linked to non-state actors in the Southeast.