World Igbo leaders warn Biafra group by Joseph Anthony June 10, 2014 written by Joseph Anthony June 10, 2014 237 The Concerned Igbo Leaders of Thought led by Prof. Ben Nwabueze has joined the South East Governors Forum in condemning an attempt by the Biafra Zionist Movement (BZM) to declare the Republic of Biafra. In a statement by the deputy secretary, Evang. Elliot Uko, the group warned BZM and others not overheat the polity. It said the act of seizing a broadcasting house to announce a republic is not the proper way to express anger and frustration. The group said: “Such an action will only overheat the polity, which is the last thing any well- meaning Nigerian will pray for at this time. “We appeal to those who feel aggrieved over the condition in the country to channel their grievances through the proper channel, including the ongoing National Conference. “Actions capable of leading to a breakdown of law and order must be discouraged. “We warn Igbo youths preparing for or planning whatever demonstrations to shelve the idea, as such action will only encourage our already misguided folks, who erroneously believe that secession or disintegration will help the situation. “We advise those indoctrinating them along these lines to retrace their steps. “Finally we reiterate that Ndigbo believe in a united Nigeria where equity and justice reign, where no man is oppressed. We believe in a restructured country where every section is treated fairly.” Police have intensified investigations into the activities of BZM and have arrested more members. The group attempted to declare the Republic of Biafra at the Enugu State Broadcasting Service (ESBS). A policeman and one of the group’s members were killed. Thirteen BZM members, including their leader, Benjamin Igwe Onwuka, were arrested after the invasion and paraded by the police. Police spokesman Ebere Amaraizu said yesterday that investigations were ongoing to get to the root of the matter. “As soon as we conclude investigation, we will make it public and charge the suspects to court,” he added. 0 comments 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail Joseph Anthony previous post Police attack is assassination attempt, says Fayemi next post Rivers condemns grounding of Amaechi’s aircraft in Kano You may also like Artemis II Returns Safely After Historic Human Mission... April 11, 2026 UK Pauses Chagos Islands Deal Amid US Tensions... April 11, 2026 NASA Artemis II Heads to Moon as Orion... April 4, 2026 Pope Leo Visits Monaco and Urges Wealthy to... March 28, 2026 UK Sanctions Crypto Network Linked to Global Scam... March 26, 2026 UK Submarine Deployed to Arabian Sea: What It... March 22, 2026 UK and INTERPOL Launch Global Taskforce to Hunt... March 17, 2026 Pope Leo XIV Calls for Immediate Ceasefire as... March 16, 2026 Governments Worldwide Rush to Contain Fuel and Food... March 14, 2026 Why You Should Join the Chijos News WhatsApp... February 27, 2026 Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Type in the text displayed above
