BIAFRA DECLARATION: After Simon Ekpa’s Supporters Reportedly Announced CALABAR Capital Of Biafra See What People Said
In a shocking and bold move, supporters of Simon Ekpa, a Finnish- based Biafran activist, declared the independence of Biafra during a convention in Finland. The group, which identifies itself as the ” United States of Biafra, ” also named 40 states that would form the new Biafran nation, with Calabar designated as its capital. The declaration, which has stirred intense debate, has caused waves of reactions across Nigeria and beyond.
The announcement has ignited a firestorm on social media, with Nigerians expressing both shock and outrage. One of the most controversial aspects of the declaration is the naming of Calabar as the capital of Biafra. Located in Cross River State, southern Nigeria, Calabar is seen by many as a contentious choice, as it is not typically associated with the heart of Biafran nationalism, which has been centered around the Igbo people. Critics argue that the selection of Calabar undermines the historical and cultural identity of the Biafran cause, which has largely been driven by the Igbo ethnic group.
The group of 40 states declared by Ekpa’ s supporters includes names such as Aba, Adoka, Afemai Igodomigodo, Ahoada, Alanso Alauda, Anioma, and many others, each representing a different ethnic or regional group within the Biafran nationalist movement.
The names reflect a diverse vision of a Biafran state that encompasses various ethnic groups beyond just the Igbo. This expansion of the Biafran territorial vision has sparked further debate about the feasibility of such a union and the practicalities of governing such a diverse area.
Despite the bold proclamation, the independence of Biafra remains unrecognized by the international community. Many critics dismiss the declaration as an act of political theater, lacking legitimacy and potential to bring about actual change. They argue that without global recognition and legal backing, such movements are unlikely to succeed.
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