THE RESTORATION OF BIAFRA NATION

  The Nigerian Army has confirmed the arrest of its personnel who gunned down a 16-year-old boy, Ismail Mohammed during the ongoing EndBadGovernance protest in Kaduna State.  reports that the young boy was killed on Tuesday when the troops of the Nigerian army stormed the Samaru community in Zaria to disperse the protesters. The security operatives were enforcing a curfew earlier imposed on the ancient city by the Kaduna State Government. Confirming the incident, the NA in a statement issued on Tuesday night by its spokesperson, Onyema Nwachukwu said the officer responsible for the incident has been arrested. The statement reads, “on 6 August 2024, troops of the Nigerian Army received a distress call that some hoodlums gathered in Samaru in large numbers, burning tires on the road and pelting stones on security personnel. “The troops immediately mobilised and arrived at the scene to disperse the mob and enforce the curfew imposed by the State Government. “On...

  The leader of the Biafra Government In-Exile, Simon Ekpa has alleged that there is assassination attempt against him. Ekpa disclosed this in a statement through his official X handle on Tuesday. He claimed that a suicide bomber had been allegedly deployed from Abuja and headed for Finland.He further alleged this was the fifth attempt to take his life amid his struggle for Biafra liberation in recent times. Ekpa said he was monitoring the situation and assured that Biafra Independence would triumph over any attempt. “Sending suicide bombers to Finland to attack Simon Ekpa is their last option and they just departed from Abuja airport. “This is just to inform them that we are monitoring them even from the time they dropped them at the Abuja airport, to their next destination. “We are waiting for you suicide bomber at the port of entry. Their Finland contact knows already he is in the pot of soup. “I remain committed to Biafra Independence, this is your 5th attempt, y...

      South-East Governors’ Forum has expressed deep pain over the unfortunate demise of the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide,  Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu. In a statement by Chairman of South East Governors’ Forum, and Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, the forum said: “The entire region had been thrown into deep mourning by the sudden passing of  Iwuanyanwu.   Iwuanyanwu was an outstanding national leader who served Nigeria meritoriously in various capabilities over the years. “He was a bold, fearless and courageous defender of the truth; an unapologetic protector of the unity, peace, and indivisibility of Nigeria. “The South East, Ndigbo and indeed Nigeria at large, have lost a rare statesman, a dependable patriot, a philanthropist, an astute manager of human and material resources, a champion of justice, equity, fairness, and inclusiveness, a resourceful business leader and entrepreneur who created jobs and employment for thousands...

    The separatist Indigenous People of Biafra, on Wednesday, warned the Igbo people against joining the ongoing hunger or #EndBadGovernance protest across the country. The pro-Biafran group insisted that Igbo people were fed up with Nigerian affairs and wanted only a referendum to exit the country and form their Biafra nation. While asking Nigerians to carry their cross and enjoy their “Emilokan” – President Bola Tinubu’s campaign slogan –  IPOB said if there was any for the Igbo to protest, it would be to demand the release of IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, and a date to demand a referendum to leave Nigeria. The group stated this in a statement on Thursday by its spokesman, Emma Powerful. “What we are interested in now is for President Bola Tinubu to release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and give us a date for the Biafran referendum for Biafrans to decide their fate in Nigeria or an independent Biafra Nation,” IPOB said. While warning Igbo people not to join the hunger protes...

    The Independent People of Biafra has called on Ndigbo across the country not to join the ongoing nationwide #EndBadGovernance protest. The pro-Biafran group said rather than joining the protest, Ndigbo should be security alert and protect their lives and property during and after the protest. The group added that both IPOB, Ohanaeze Ndigbo and many other Igbo groups have already warned them not to join the protest. They alleged that a security report at its disposal indicated that security agencies had concluded plans to carry out targeted attacks against the Ndigbo during the protest. In a statement on Thursday, the group, through its spokesman, Emma Powerful, claimed that there were also plans to sponsor criminal elements in the South-Ea...

    The World Igbo Congress, WIC, has urged President Bola Tinubu to politically release Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB. WIC said history would document Tinubu’s decision to release the IPOB leader who has been incarcerated since June 2021. In a statement by its Chairman, Festus Okere and Secretary-General, Chris Ogara; WIC also acknowledged the recent, significant meeting of the Southeast governors, withdistinguished personalities, including the Obi of Onitsha, over Kanu’s continued detention. The statement reads: “Among their unanimous decisions made public is their resolve to meet President Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering release of our kinsman, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, which is justifiably overdue. “World Igbo Congress is itching to hear the outcome of their agreed meeting. Time is the soul of the world. A prolonged inaction destroys peoples’ hope. Let actions speak louder than voice. “WIC stands firmly with our governors in this o...

    The Southeast caucus of the House of Representatives has expressed support for the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.  The caucus, in a statement, on Wednesday, appealed to President Bola Tinubu to consider the release of Kanu and others in a similar situation. The lawmakers noted that the IPOB leader’s release remains the most effective way of restoring peace in the Southeast.   The South East caucus in the statement which was signed by all the 43 members from the zone, including the deputy speaker, Benjamin Kalu, noted that the the appeal for an out-of-court settlement of Kanu’s case was also supported by the Federal High Court. The group added that a political solution is one of the quickest ways of bringing an end to the matter and in turn, restoring peace in the Southeast region.   The statement reads: “A few days ago, at the resumed hearing of the case against Mazi Nnamdi Kan...

  The paramount ruler of Arochukwu kingdom, and Eze Aro the 9th, His Royal Majesty, Dr. Eberechukwu Kanu Oji on Saturday, called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to embrace true federalism and release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu from detention. The Eze Aro made this call during his coronation ceremony in Arochukwu, stating, “To the Nigerian federal authorities, I extend the respectful call for a genuine embrace of true federalism. Marginalization and exclusion must give way to inclusion, fairness, and justice. The monarch noted, “The Igbo people, with their remarkable contributions and rich cultural heritage, deserve a central place at the heart of our nation’s development. Let us build a Nigeria where every ethnic group, including the Igbos, can thrive and contribute to a truly united, progressive and sustainable nationhood, thereby fostering a peaceful environment, where every citizen feels a sense of belonging.” The royal father also pleaded, “Along these lines, I seize this op...

          as UNIEC says no to protest, demands Justice for all, not differential, selective or ad hoc justice for few Nigerians. …makes 10-point demand from Tinubu for Nigeria to have peace. All markets, stores and artisan’s shops in Nnewi the industrial town and Onitsha the commercial city of Anambra State, opened for business as traders and youths shun the #EndBadGovernance# nationwide protest that started today across the country. As usual as early as 6:30 am commercial buses and tricycle movement were noticeable on the roads and streets in Nnewi and Onitsha, conveying traders and artisans to their respective markets, stores and shops in the towns. Ndigbo had severally made their opposition known to the planned protests or 10 days of rage that started today. One Igbo vocal group that made their opposition categorically clear to the protest is the United Igbo Elders Council, UNIEC, Worldwide, and their stand according to a statement they issued Thu...

  The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, has expressed pain over the deaths of Ohanaeze President-General, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, former Minister Ogbonnaya Onu, Senator Ifeanyi Uba, and Onyeka Onwenu. Kanu called for prayers to avert too many deaths in Igbo land. The IPOB leader also cautioned against speaking ill about Iwuanyanwu, Onu, Uba, and Onwenu because it’s against Igbo tradition.Kanu disclosed this during his routine meeting with his legal team at the Department of State Services facility in Abuja. Making Kanu’s remark public, his lead counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, said: “Today, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu directed me to convey his heartfelt sympathies to the families of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, Senator Ifeanyi Uba and Dame Onyeka Onwenu. “MNK is pained at their demise and as he mourns, he sends his comfort to Ndigbo and requests that none should speak ill of the departed, as such is repugnant to Igbo traditions. “He sees these deat...