TENSION! After Army Declared Simon Ekpa Wanted ‘Dead Or Alive’, SEE Dangerous Thing He Wants To Do
Simon Ekpa has reacted strongly to the Nigerian military’ s recent declaration of him as a wanted individual. The Defence Headquarters in Abuja made this declaration, listing Ekpa alongside 96 others from different parts of the country, accusing them of terrorism, violent extremism, and secessionist threats against the state.
Ekpa, known for leading a faction of the proscribed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), has been particularly singled out for his role in organizing the Monday sit- at- home protests in the South- East region. The Defence Headquarters, through its Director of Defence Media Operations Major General Edward Buba, confirmed the names and pictures of those declared wanted, categorizing them as terrorists, bandits, and insurgents from various zones in the country.
In response to this development, Ekpa took to social media to address his supporters, stating, ” Whenever your oppressors declare you a terrorist or wanted for fighting for freedom, know that your freedom is very close and they have seen what the doubting Thomases didn’ t see in you. All that is needed of me now is to double the fire. ” This statement reflects his determination to continue his activism despite the risks.
Moreover, Ekpa announced a further escalation of his activities by declaring another sit- at- home protest scheduled for March 29, 2024. He cited the recent attack by the Nigerian Army in the Okuama community as a reason for the protest, stating, ” The next sit- at- home is on 29. 3. 2024, being Friday, to protest the genocide and terrorist attack by Nigeria terrorists @HQNigerianArmy in Okuama community. An attack in any Biafra community is an attack on all! ”
Ekpa’ s actions and statements have raised concerns among both the government and his supporters. While some view him as a fearless leader fighting for the rights of his people, others see him as a destabilizing force promoting violence and unrest in the region. The Nigerian government has consistently labeled IPOB as a terrorist organization, accusing its members of carrying out violent activities to achieve their secessionist agenda.
It is important to note that Ekpa’s declaration as a wanted individual does not only affect him but also has implications for the wider IPOB movement. The government’ s crackdown on IPOB leaders could lead to increased tensions and possibly escalate the conflict in the region.
In conclusion, Simon Ekpa’ s response to being declared wanted by the Nigerian military underscores the deep- rooted issues of marginalization and separatism in the country. While his actions may be seen as provocative by some, they also highlight the need for a peaceful and inclusive dialogue to address the grievances of marginalized groups in Nigeria.
