The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a stern warning to former Inspector-General of Police, Mike Okiro, urging him to refrain from contesting the position of President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. This follows the endorsement of Okiro by a faceless group called “Ogbako Egbema,” which IPOB claims is attempting to disrupt the established zoning arrangement for the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE➤
In a statement signed by IPOB’s spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the group criticized the interference of influential figures from Imo State in promoting Okiro’s candidacy, suggesting that their aim is to undermine Okiro’s integrity and destabilize Ohanaeze Ndigbo.…READ FULL ARTICLE
Powerful emphasized that it is Rivers State’s turn to produce the next President-General of Ohanaeze, not Imo. He further expressed that those endorsing Okiro should cease their actions, as the move is seen as an attempt to upset the zoning structure that has been put in place for fairness and unity within the Igbo community.
Powerful remarked, “It is clear that some powerful figures in Imo State are behind this plot to tarnish the integrity of Okiro and destabilize Ohanaeze Ndigbo, much like they have done to Imo State itself.”
He continued by accusing the faceless group of undermining efforts toward uniting the Igbo nation and criticized them for fostering divisions at a time when many groups are working to consolidate Igbo territories from Igbanke to Isobo. The IPOB spokesperson warned that any further attempts to disrupt the election process would not be tolerated, and IPOB would hold those responsible accountable.
“The contest for the President-General role is rightfully reserved for the Igbos of Rivers State, and Mike Okiro, who contested and lost during Imo State’s turn, should not be used to create division,” Powerful declared. “Anyone pushing for Okiro to contest against Rivers State’s rightful turn is trying to stir trouble, and IPOB will confront such moves head-on.”
IPOB also made it clear that it would no longer allow political manipulation of Ohanaeze Ndigbo’s leadership, asserting that Igbo governors and politicians must respect the organization’s autonomy and allow it to operate independently of political influence.
“Any attempt to undermine Rivers State’s opportunity to lead Ohanaeze Ndigbo will be met with resistance, and the responsible parties will be held accountable,” Powerful concluded.…READ FULL ARTICLE
IPOB’s stance signals a shift away from allowing external political pressures to dictate the outcomes of Ohanaeze Ndigbo’s leadership elections, insisting on a process that honors the true spirit of the Igbo nation. ...CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE➤
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