The Indigenous People of Biafra has reaffirmed its dedication to ending insecurity in the South-East, urging Ndigbo both at home and in the Diaspora to return for the Christmas season.
In a statement released on Thursday, IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful assured that the Eastern Security Network would ensure a peaceful environment throughout the festive period.
The statement reads in part,”The Directorate of State of the global family and movement of IPOB under the command of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu wishes to reiterate once again our commitment to end insecurity in the South-East region.
“We also encourage our people who wish to return home to enjoy the Christmas season as usual, with the assurance that ESN operatives will provide a peaceful atmosphere during the festive period.
“Igbo land is a very peaceful region. IPOB encourages our people to contribute our best to ensure that it remains peaceful. We need peace to thrive as a strategic economic hub in Africa.
“Every Igbo man and woman must work towards peace and security in the South-East. We can’t afford to continue to be in disarray while other regions seem to enjoy peace and security, even if they are not exactly peaceful.”
The statement further observed, “The Federal Government provides security in other regions but comes to occupy for subjugation in the South-East region. The Nigerian security forces’ presence in our region makes us vulnerable and creates more insecurity. IPOB will provide security for the land of Biafra.”
IPOB also encouraged Ndigbo to repatriate their investments to stimulate development and create job opportunities for Biafran youths, emphasizing their commitment to securing these investments.
The group urged criminal elements to stay away from the region, particularly during the Christmas season, assuring that IPOB volunteers and ESN operatives are working tirelessly to make Biafra Land inhospitable for both state-sponsored and common criminals.
