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Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by oooppp: 4:41am On Jun 04, 2016 |
South-East and South-South groups rose from a meeting in Enugu, Friday, vowing to throw their weight behind the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB in order to facilitate the conduct of referendum for the actualization of Biafra. The 26 groups expressed outrage over the reported massacre of pro-Biafra agitators in Onitsha, Anambra State. They agreed to enlarge their coalition by consulting widely on the need or otherwise for the two regions to endorse the non- violence agitation of IPOB for a referendum to decide the future of Nigeria. The meeting’s singular agenda was the support or otherwise of IPOB in pursuit of a referendum. The meeting was convened by 82 year old NCNC and Zikist activist, Chief Mrs, Mariah Okwor, and Leader of the Igbo Women Assembly. Present at the meeting, were representatives of CAN, PFN, Traditional Rulers, Igbo Traders Congress, Ohanaeze Youth Forum, Igbo in Academia, South East Professionals, Niger Delta Youth Forum, Old Eastern Region Movement, World Igbo Congress, Igbo Survival Movement, South East Youth Congress, amongst others. The groups were angered at the silence of the South East Governors over what they called “the cold blooded massacre of 81 Easterners on Monday around Onitsha and environs during the 49thAnniversary of the Annual May 30thBiafra Day Ceremony.” Bishop Micheal Ibeneme of the Lords Salvation Gospel Ministry, who chaired the meeting, lamented the deliberate attempt by the Army to blackmail the youths, by claiming that the youths turned violent. “It is fabricated lies, the youths were deliberately murdered by the soldiers simply because someone in Abuja does not want to hear the name Biafra. Everybody knows those boys were not armed. “If a panel of enquiry is not immediately set up to bring to book those murderous soldiers, then the govt will be pushing all of us to join IPOB immediately. This mindless killing is unacceptable”. Speaker after speaker condemned in no uncertain terms what they termed “the attempt to silence the truth by taking away more than half of the corpses by the military.” The groups agreed to consult more widely and enlarge the coalition in other to take a definite decision on whether to publicly canvass support for IPOB in the light of the brutal suppression by the military. The groups agreed to meet on the 27thof June in Umuahia to take a final decision. Convener of the meeting Chief (Mrs.) Mariah Okwor, almost in tears bemoaned the cold blooded slaughter of unarmed youths, whose only crime is their desire for freedom from a repressive and mindlessly oppressive State. She warned that the Onitsha massacre will not be swept under the carpet. “This brutal genocide has clearly redefined the Nigeria reality. It is extremely difficult for any sane person to continue to support or even feel safe in any state where cold blooded murder by the state has become an everyday occurrence”. She continued that, “The 81 young souls massacred on Monday has changed the dynamics, everybody now sympathizes with the boys, and we will meet on 26thJune in Umuahia to announce our total support for an early referendum on the fate of this country called Nigeria. “We are totally shocked at the ruthlessness and wickedness of killing our children in cold blood. Our governors by their silence are only trying to isolate themselves from the people. Soon the people will mass up on one side and Buhari, the soldiers and the governors on another side. They will soon fire out that they are Leaders without followers.Everybody is mourning. The killings are unacceptable”. Meanwhile, in another development, the founder of Igbo Youth Movement and deputy Secretary of Igbo Leaders of Thought, Evangelist Elliot Uko, has appealed to all aggrieved youth of Eastern region to remain non-violent in their agitation for justice and equity, assuring them that the masses are with them. Uko, who was addressing Student Union Leaders from 44 tertiary institutions from the South East, said the injustice in Nigeria can never be solved by killing unarmed youth and then turn round to falsely accuse them of attacking military man. He said, “We all know IPOB are not armed, and we plead with them not to succumb to pressure and temptation to take up arms. The people are with them, that is the most important thing. I can tell you that over 95% of our people are sympathetic to the IPOB and their sacrifices. “These mindless killings, have elicited so much sympathy towards their course. The decision to kill them was a terrible mistake. Now everybody is identifying with their course, even those who didn’t support them in the past now sympathize with them. “So, the decision to kill them in order to scare them off and frighten them into backing off from their struggle has clearly backfired. The Aba massacre of February 9 and the Onitsha massacre of May 3o have won millions of converts for IPOB; the killing was a terrible mistake”. “Uko said the funeral for the 81 persons killed in Onitsha should be peaceful and every effort must be made, not to fall into the trap of getting violent. Resort to violence will make IPOB loose the huge sympathy it is enjoying today. They must remain non- violent.” He added that “the whole country is paralysed with fear and apprehension over uncanny developments in the land. While the military were busy mowing down unarmed youth in the east on Monday, Islamic warriors were busy same day lynching innocent easterner in niger state over allegations of blasphemy. Yet another igbo woman was also lynched in kano market Thursday evening. We are now in a state of fear and foreboding.” [url]dailypost.ng/2016/06/03/biafra-day-killings-south-east-south- south-groups-gear-up-for-referendum/[/url] 1 Like |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by HungerBAD: 4:47am On Jun 04, 2016 |
Laughing. Sometimes,it's okay to just laugh. 1 Like |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by Tex42(m): 4:50am On Jun 04, 2016 |
He added that “the whole country is paralysed with fear andThis country has never been one, and it will never be if scenarios like this, especially from the Northern side of the country keep replaying itself. OK, while the NA was busy killing protesting IPOB youths in SE and SS, some religious fanatics were having a field day killing Christians in Niger state and Kano, yet no arrests were made. Northerners are licensed to kill abi? The double standards and injustice in naija will definitely tear her apart sooner than later. 7 Likes |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by Ikwerreboy(m): 5:03am On Jun 04, 2016 |
which Niger delta youth? Lolz |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by Ikeg48: 6:00am On Jun 04, 2016 |
To be honest, I applaud IPOB refusing to allow the military push them to the wall. Tbh i hated the new directir, I repeatedly insulted him and called him weak and shouldn't be leading. But truth be td, after what I learned recently and reading this topic, I think he was the right choice. If it was Nnamdi Kanu still directing, he would long directed the men to start defending themselves with whatever weapon they can find (remember the police vs. Aba boys last year). Shit, if it was me, i would have lomg ordered the people to pick up weapon and shoot back. It takes a mellow head to understand the chess game. I applaud the new guy, he's bringing more awareness. Nnamdi opened the eyes and door. The new guy is finishing it. 14 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by lirusehn(m): 6:09am On Jun 04, 2016 |
Though am Yoruba but i support these guys. Push on brothers,The Lord is with you all 21 Likes 7 Shares |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by lolzzzz: 6:52am On Jun 04, 2016 |
Cant wait to leave Nigeria |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by Nobody: 6:56am On Jun 04, 2016 |
HungerBAD: Yoruba...as expected. Worried about IPOB 24/7 even at midnight. 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by Nobody: 7:08am On Jun 04, 2016 |
Ikeg48: Well said. I'm also sure the Head of Directorate of State of IPOB...that's the Embassy of Biiafra in Victoria, Spain, Mazi Uche Asiegbu would had wanted a strong response in self defense. He tend to reason more like Nnamdi Kanu....force, force, force.Lol! However I believe Mazi Uche Mefor who is more methodical in his approach has done well with the non violence approach. You hAVe to understand that The Nigerian government is intentionally killing IPOB as ploy to make them pick up arms to defend themselves, as soon as they do that, they will brand them as terrorist organization....and that will destroy the movement as all countries that had recognized them...over 90 countries, will ban them from assembling or meeting. So kudos to them for taking the heat and staying focus. I think Niger Delta and IPOB have delegated their duties for this struggle, With IPOB handling the peaceful non violence part of it and NDA handling the violence part of it works great. 7 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by loomer: 7:14am On Jun 04, 2016 |
When i dey suggest about referendum long time ago people dey say me mouth dey smell. Na the best and only way. They just need to sell this idea to other people of the world and see how them go back them up 1 Like |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by ekesimo(m): 7:58am On Jun 04, 2016 |
Good. count me in any day. and if any of the organizers are viewing this thread, they should know I am willing to volunteer myself for this task. As for those yeye tongue licking imbeciles who called themselves south eastern governors and senators, they must hear am. A day of reckoning must come. They should just pack their bags because they will be joining their masters forever. useless bunch of baffoons. #supportbiafrarefrendum 8 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by Nobody: 7:58am On Jun 04, 2016 |
I can't wait for this referendum. Finally, here we depart from this infernal pit called Nigeria. 2 Likes |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by Mack3N: 9:36am On Jun 04, 2016 |
Ok |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by farokkunle: 9:50am On Jun 04, 2016 |
im from s.west . I SUPPORT REFERENDUM . it is a warning from GOD . let this GUYS go . it is not by force . this guys has right to decide if they are Nigerians or not . let this have their God given freedom . this is a warning from God becareful NIgeria 6 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by Subway1011: 9:53am On Jun 04, 2016 |
lirusehn: Correct. 4 Likes |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by paschu: 11:03am On Jun 04, 2016 |
ekesimo: Aka mbinye. |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by skyman200(m): 11:07am On Jun 04, 2016 |
Im from South south, i support the referendum, the marginalization is too much. 1 Like |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by otukpo(f): 11:10am On Jun 04, 2016 |
Like joke like joke this thing is getting more serious. Buhari had the opportunity of nipping this issue from the bud, but he refused to. Many people never considered Nnamdi kanu as a serious fellow but his continued detention by the federal government, attracted sentiments to his side. Buhari, release Nnamdi kanu for the sake of peace in Nigeria. 3 Likes |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by ekesimo(m): 12:33pm On Jun 04, 2016 |
Buhari knew he made mistake by arresting Nnamdi Kanu. It is shame that is making him not to release the young man. See, I keep saying it: the time has come, no Jupiter can stop it. So if buhari likes he should continue d detention but one thing is sure. the moment Nnamdi KANU is set free, that is d moment that Biafra as an independent nation will kick off. Trust me on that. Anyway, I thank d almighty CHUKWU OKIKE ABIAMA that am going to be a partaker of this great freedom. #supportbiafrarefrendum 3 Likes |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by attackgat: 1:11pm On Jun 04, 2016 |
As an Igbo man, I am tired of being with the Yoruba and Hausa man in one country. These two groups have been a pain in the a$$ for just too long. If I could, I would grab the minorities who comfortable with being with us Igbos and get out of Nigeria this very day. The Nigerian project has been an expensive waste of time. |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by josephni12: 3:09pm On Jun 04, 2016 |
ekesimo: check this out This article is on Biafra and the EVENTS THAT WILL PRECEDE its emergence as a free and sovereign nation. Six noteworthy events will occur and I'll attempt however as much as could reasonably be expected, to paint everything precisely as it will happen. In the first place is the imprisoning of Nnamdi Kanu. This occasion will bring to affirmation the fact that Biafra will come to be. There will be celebration and awesome yells of euphoria in the camp of the adversaries. But since they are visually impaired and can't see the handwriting on the wall, they will go hard and fast to smother and crush every little thing about him and what he remains for however this won't work. This infers the stupidity of the Biblical "devil" who out of foolishness, killed the Lord of Glory and thus help achieve the rebuilding of man. Next after Nnamdi Kanu is imprisoned, there will be anarchy and upheaval. This is not those general distress you read about on daily papers or on web. The considerable bedlam will immerse everywhere, and shockingly will bring about unbelievable decimation. All around will actually get to resemble a war torn territory and will be plagued with rats and insects. I am not a prophet of fate, but rather on the grounds that I owe you the truth, I'll say it precisely as it seems to be. After this episode, all the gatherings clamoring for an autonomous state of Biafra will "cease to exist" for there will be incredible palpitations and trepidation. Kindly notice that the expression CEASE TO EXIST has been utilized allegorically. It is at this phase freedom will come. But first, there will be a great division. Two groups will rise. One of them which will be agreeable to Biafra is the before now "dead group". It is at this phase Buhari will be HUSTLED out of office, and Nnamdi Kanu will be discharged. There will be incredible celebration as a result of his release. He would unsurprisingly rise to become the president of the new country afterwards. After this entire dramatization has played out, there will be an incredible reconstructing and rebuilding and correcting. The sun/star will become visible and paradise will come down to rest in Biafra Land. These occasions will happen precisely as they have been portrayed above. You can go and record it somewhere. The onus is currently on you to implore God to turn away the considerable debasement that will happen. Pass this message to as many persons as you can. God favor Biafra. Biafra will come if they release Nnamdi Kanu 2 Likes |
Re: Biafra Day Killings: 26 South-east & South-south Groups Gear Up For Referendum. by bolicks: 4:06pm On Jun 04, 2016 |
Just for the records, the so called South South sold the East out during the civil war, took over all the properties of the ibos left behind blocked their borders and even much more. Even the North gave back to the ibos.So marriage between the 2 is just another disaster bound to happen. Be warned. Now Everyone to the round table please. Let's talk |
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