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Nigeria Bleeds Exposing The Price Of Kanu's Injustice!

Nigeria Bleeds: Exposing The Price Of Kanu’s Injustice!

February 12, 2025 1:00 am

The incarceration of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), remains one of Nigeria’s most contentious political and legal issues. While the government defends his detention as a measure to maintain national unity, critics argue that it not only violates fundamental human rights but also comes at a significant economic and security cost. The prolonged legal battle and associated instability have led to declining investor confidence, deepened regional unrest, and exacerbated the fragile socio-economic fabric of Nigeria. Beyond the legal and political dimensions, the ripple effects of Kanu’s detention extend into economic stagnation, deteriorating public …

Tinubu, Kanu, And Nigeria’s Crossroads For Justice

Tinubu, Kanu, And Nigeria’s Crossroads For Justice

January 15, 2025 1:00 am

In a nation where “renewed hope” was meant to signal a fresh start, Nigeria under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instead plunged into a deeper abyss of economic despair and political inertia. Amid this chaos lies the unlawful detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a glaring symbol of the government’s obsession with silencing dissent rather than addressing Nigeria’s myriad challenges.

Tinubu’s tenure so far has been marked by record-breaking inflation, which reached 34.60% in November 2024 according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS, 2024). This, coupled with a naira in freefall …

The Imperative For Global Action: The Case Of Nnamdi Kanu

Kanu’s Detention: A Test Of Nigeria’s Democratic Integrity

July 1, 2024 1:00 am

Amid the dazzling interplay of Nigeria’s political dynamics, Nnamdi Kanu stands out as an arresting silhouette. Polarizing yet pivotal, the narrative surrounding his incarceration resonates not only within Nigeria’s shores but also reverberates internationally. He’s not merely a figure; he embodies the aspirations and frustrations of the southeast, a region that has long sought a louder voice on Nigeria’s national stage. As the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Kanu champions the cause of those who feel sidelined and underrepresented.

Nnamdi Kanu has persistently grabbed headlines, but as of now, he is on the precipice of what could …

Allow Us Buy Nnamdi Kanu’s Medications, IPOB Lawyer Tells DSS

Allow Us Buy Nnamdi Kanu’s Medications, IPOB Lawyer Tells DSS

September 27, 2022 5:53 am

Ifeanyi Ejiofor, the legal representative of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has appealed to the Department of State Services (DSS) to allow family members to provide funds to be used for the medical treatment of his client. 

Ejiofor, the lawyer of the pro-Biafran group made the call on Monday, after returning from a court-ordered routine visit to the DSS headquarters in Abuja, where Kanu is being held under solitary confinement for over 14 months.

According to the IPOB lawyer, Kanu’s health condition of recent has been worsening in recent times.

Ejiofor said …

I Am A Supporter Of IPOB’s Agitation, Wike Claims

I Am A Supporter Of IPOB’s Agitation, Wike Claims

May 3, 2022 2:24 am

Rivers State Governor and 2023 Presidential aspirant, Nyesom Wike has declared that he supports the agitation of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB recalling that the leader of the group, Nnamdi Kanu once sang his praises.

He made these assertions when he appeared on a Channels Television’s Politics Today program which was monitored by Africa Daily News, New York.

Wike claimed that he supports IPOB’s agitation, however, he frowns against the group’s violent approach to solving problems.

He, however, called on the Federal Government to listen and discuss with IPOB over their agitation.

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State Creation Will Quell Agitation – Ohanaeze To FG

Kanu’s Rearrest: Ohanaeze Urges Caution, Warns Against Protest

June 30, 2021 2:34 am

Apex Igbo socio-political organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has appealed for calm over the re-arrest of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

Africa Daily News, New York reports that the Igbo group also urged the Federal Government to handle his trial with caution and due legal procedure.

Ohanaeze cautioned Igbos to desist from any form of protest that will endanger the Southeast and Nigeria.

Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, the organisation’s Secretary-General made the call in reaction to the rearrest of the IPOB’s leader.

Read Also: ‘Why I Fled Nigeria’ Nnamdi Kanu Opens Up

In a statement he issued …

Rivers Police recover burnt bodies of three officers, soldier

IPOB: Rivers Police Recover Burnt Bodies Of 3 Officers, Soldier

October 26, 2020 5:16 am
Remains of three police officers and a soldier killed and burnt by suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) last week have been recovered by the Rivers State Police Command.

The state Commissioner of Police, Joseph Mukan, disclosed this when he led heads of other security agencies to Afam in Oyigbo and other places where violence took place to assess the extent of damage on Saturday.

Other areas visited were Sangana and Ilkwerre road in Mile one, Diobu axis of Port Harcourt and Onne in Eleme LGA.…

Wike To Igbos: Why Will You Allow IPOB Criminals Speak For You?

Wike Outlaws IPOB, Places ₦50m Ransom On Its Leader In Rivers

October 24, 2020 5:52 am

Governor Nyesom Wike on Friday announced a ban on all activities of Igbo secessionist agitator group, the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB,  in Rivers State.

The ban follows the indictment of the group by the police in the series of violence that have rocked the Oyigbo Local Government Area and other parts of the State in the wake of the #EndSARS protests since the beginning of the week.

The Governor had on Wednesday declared 24 hours curfew in Oyigbo and other parts of the state to rein in activities of the group.

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End SARS: Trade Unions, Opposition Parties Failed Nigerians – Sani

Sani Condemns Killing Of IPOB, IMN Members By Security Operatives

August 24, 2020 5:11 pm

Senator Shehu Sani has condemned the use of force against members of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, and the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, IMN.

Sani, who represented Kaduna Central in the 8th Assembly said instead of attacking unarmed people, the government should use its power against terrorists and bandits operating and causing mayhem in different parts of the country

Africa Daily News, New York reported yesterday that an unknown number of members of the IPOB were killed in Enugu when they clashed with security operatives.

Read Also: DSS Vs IPOB: Stop This Madness – FFK Attacks Buhari Govt

Policemen …

Fulani - Christians Must Not Allow Islam To Humiliate Them – IPOB

Fulani: Christians Must Not Allow Islam To Humiliate Them – IPOB

July 3, 2020 10:03 am

The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Friday urged Christians to stand up against Jihadist soldiers plotting to Islamise Nigeria.

IPOB made the call while condemning the attacks on some Southeast indigents by Fulani herdsmen.

The group urged politicians in the Southeast to rise up and defend their land.

Read Also: IPOB Elders React To Miyetti Allah’s 1 Million Soldiers Statement

A statement by IPOB’s spokesman, Emma Powerful said Fulanis are taking over the country.

According to IPOB: “We are calling on Jude-Christians in Nigeria to stand up against the upcoming jihadist soldiers scattered all over Nigeria to Islamise the

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‘Abia has become Miyetti Allah Cattle Market’ – Nnamdi Kanu blasts Southeast governors

‘Abia Has Become Miyetti Cattle Market’ – Kanu Blasts Southeast Govs

July 1, 2020 11:41 am
Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has lambasted the Abia State government over the establishment of Cattle Market in the state.

Kanu said the Abia State government has changed from “God’s own state” to Miyetti Allah-owned cattle market.

Read Also: Nnamdi Kanu Releases Direct Phone Contacts To Reach Him

The IPOB leader stated this in a statement signed by the group’s spokesman, Emma Powerful.

Kanu in a statement titled, “Finally, the reason why they initiated Operation Python Dance and proscription of IPOB becomes very clear.”

The separatist leader said the more Fulani herdsmen

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Where Is Kanu's 'Signed, Sealed And Delivered' Document?

Facebook Trying To Disrupt Radio Biafra – Nnamdi Kanu

June 14, 2020 9:49 am

Mazi Nnamdi Kanu the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB took to his official Facebook page to announce his upcoming broadcast and also accuse Facebook of allegedly trying to block and shut down his Radio Biafra platform by sabotaging his broadcasts and knowingly causing glitches to mar the broadcasts.

He also suggests other better means of accessing his broadcasts such as the Radio Biafra app, Youtube and others

Read Also: Nnamdi Kanu Blasts BBC Nigeria For Falsified Publication About Him

 

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