UNBELIEVABLE! After Biafra Top Officials Fought Dirty Over Money During Live Broadcast, SEE What IPOB UK Revealed That’s Shocking
Barely a week after loyalists of Simon Ekpa declared an independent Biafra in Finland, the United Kingdom chapter of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has expressed strong disapproval of the self- proclaimed United States of Biafra (USB). The criticism follows a public fallout among top USB officials (Minister of Information and Minister of Finance) over fundraising efforts for the Biafra cause, an incident that played out live on camera.
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In a strongly worded social media post, IPOB UK lambasted the group, accusing its leadership and armed affiliates of prioritizing financial gain over the welfare of the Biafran people. The post read:
” Just over a week after their crime minister, Simon Ekpa, was arrested by Finnish police and sentenced to jail, the armed groups he leads have begun competing for control over the ransom money received from kidnappings.
We have consistently emphasized to the world that these are criminal gangs focused solely on financial gain, rather than the welfare of Biafrans.
Say NO to terrorism.
Say NO to kidnapping.
Say NO to organ harvesting.
Say NO to financial fraud.
#FreeMaziNnamdiKanuNow. ”
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
The condemnation marks another chapter in the ongoing dispute within factions of the Biafran separatist movement, highlighting deep- seated divisions over ideology, strategy, and accountability.
Ekpa’ s Arrest and Growing Criticism
Simon Ekpa, a controversial figure and a key advocate for Biafran independence, was arrested by Finnish authorities two weeks ago on charges related to terrorism. His activities have been linked to escalating violence in southeastern Nigeria, a region grappling with instability fueled by separatist agitations.
Ekpa has been accused of inciting unrest through inflammatory rhetoric and enforcing stringent sit- at- home orders, which have disrupted economic activities and caused widespread fear. Critics argue that these directives have led to significant loss of life and property, including the tragic death of a pregnant woman and her unborn child.
Despite his arrest, Ekpa’ s loyalists declared the independence of Biafra in Finland, a move widely criticized by IPOB and other stakeholders as ill- timed and lacking legitimacy.
Fundraising Allegations And Leadership Tensions
The recent scandal centers on allegations of financial impropriety within the USB leadership. During a live broadcast, top officials were seen in a heated exchange over funds purportedly raised to support the Biafran struggle. The incident has further tarnished the group’ s reputation, with IPOB UK describing them as ” criminal gangs” driven by personal enrichment rather than the collective good of the Biafran people.
Observers note that this public fallout reinforces long- standing accusations that some factions within the separatist movement exploit the Biafran cause for financial gain. Allegations of kidnapping for ransom, organ trafficking, and fraudulent fundraising campaigns have frequently surfaced, casting a shadow over genuine efforts to address the region’ s socio- political grievances.
Calls for a Unified and Peaceful Approach
IPOB UK’ s statement underscores the need for a principled and transparent approach to the Biafran agitation. The chapter reiterated its commitment to securing the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, who remains in detention in Nigeria despite court rulings ordering his release.
Kanu’ s continued incarceration has been a rallying point for pro- Biafra activists, with IPOB insisting on peaceful dialogue and legal avenues to address the marginalization of southeastern Nigeria. The UK chapter’ s call to ” say no to terrorism” is seen as an attempt to distance itself from Ekpa’ s tactics and reassert IPOB’ s original ethos.
Impact On Southeastern Nigeria
The unrest linked to Ekpa’ s directives and armed factions has had devastating consequences for communities in southeastern Nigeria. Sit- at- home orders, often enforced with violence, have paralyzed economic activities, leaving businesses shuttered and families struggling to make ends meet.
The violence has also exacerbated security challenges in the region, with armed groups engaging in kidnappings, extortion, and attacks on public infrastructure. Human rights organizations have raised concerns about the impact on civilians, particularly women and children, who bear the brunt of the conflict.
Global Reactions And Implications
Ekpa’ s arrest in Finland and the subsequent declaration of Biafran independence by his loyalists have drawn international attention to the separatist movement. While some sympathizers view the agitation as a legitimate quest for self- determination, the growing reports of criminal activities linked to certain factions have undermined its credibility.
The Nigerian government has consistently maintained that it will not tolerate actions threatening the country’ s sovereignty and has called on international partners to support efforts to address the separatist challenge.
