The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Saturday warned that its leader Nnamdi Kanu cannot be sacrificed to save corrupt politicians. It cautioned Justice Binta Nyako of an Abuja Federal High Court against jailing Kanu. The group also charged Nyako to step down from Kanu’s trial, alleging that she had been compromised. In a statement […]
We’re not responsible for Owerri jailbreak – IPOB fires back at Nigerians Army
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has denied responsible for the jailbreak in Owerri, Imo State. IPOB was reacting to claims by the Nigeria Army at Obinze, Owerri accusing IPOB members of being responsible for the attack at the Correctional facility that freed 1827 inmates. Owerri Correctional Center in Obinze is situated in close proximity […]
ESN not harassing Northerners in Southeast – IPOB replies NEF
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Thursday said the Eastern Security Network, ESN, is not harassing Northerners and Fulanis in the Southeast. IPOB said there are Northerners going about their legitimate businesses in the Southeast without being harassed. The group was reacting to claims by the Northern Elders Forum, NEF, that ESN was involved […]
Place embargo on arms sales to Nigeria – IPOB urges Italian govt
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Wednesday called on the Italian government to place an embargo on the sale of arms and jets to Nigeria. IPOB said weapons sold to the Nigerian government are used against innocent armless Igbos in the Southeastern part of the country. Emma Powerful, the spokesman of IPOB, pointed out […]
Gov Mbah trying to create crisis in Enugu – IPOB warns
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Tuesday, accused Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State of attempting to create a crisis in a peaceful state. IPOB said plans to change the demography of the state by allegedly importing Fulanis would create a crisis. The group warned that the creation of Fulani settlement in the state […]
Ezeife contributed to Igbos’ wellbeing, we’ve lost a father – IPOB
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Saturday said the late former Anambra State Governor, Chukwuemeka Ezeife, contributed immensely to the well-being and welfare of Igbos, stressing that the group has lost a father. IPOB said Ezeife contributed and fought gallantly for the Igbo nation since Nigeria’s independence. Ezeife, who died recently would be laid […]
IPOB: We can’t prepare Kanu’s defence against death penalty charges – Lawyer, Ejimakor
Alloy Ejimakor, the Lead Counsel of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has identified a major hindrance to properly preparing the agitator’s defence against charges with the death penalty. Ejimakor said he and his team have not been granted enough access to confer with Kanu towards preparing a defence against charges […]
‘Fair hearing before trial’ – Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer demands as IPOB leader knows fate May 20
Alloy Ejimakor, lead counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has demanded for “fair hearing safeguards” for his client. Ejimakor said his condition should be met before Kanu’s trial for terrorism begins. Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court had fixed May 20, 2024, to decide Kanu’s bail. Justice […]
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu gives court conditions to stand trial
IPOB: Nnamdi Kanu’s family questions change of his charges from treason to terrorism
The family of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Wednesday questioned the terrorism charges against the Biafra agitator. Kanunta, younger brother Kanu wondered why the charges against Kanu changed from treason to terrorism. Posting on X, he berated the judiciary in Nigeria, saying judges have failed to stick to the […]