Simon Ekpa has condemned the attack on Igbos and demolition of their properties in Ajao Estate, Lagos state. The popular pro-Briafra agitator and separatist in a statement on Tuesday by the self-styled Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile, Ekpa called for togetherness among Igbos. He believes Igbo Nations should never abandon their Kinsmen in troubled times.
See full statement:
“The attention of the Biafra Republic Government In-Exile has been drawn to three different cases of lynching of Biafra Businessmen in different locations in Lagos after being accused of witchcraft by Fulani Okada rider. In addition to the ongoing demolition of Biafra-owned houses in Ajao Estate.
“We wish to remind you of all of the popular sayings of our people, “Onye aghala nwanne ya” meaning, do not abandon your kinsperson, especially in times of trouble. Synonymous with that is “O nuru ube nwanne agbala oso,” which means that when you hear the screaming of your kinsperson, do not run in the opposite direction or pretend like you do not care. Another proverb is “Igwe bu ike,” which means we are stronger.
“If you are from anywhere within the Old Eastern Region of Nigeria, even though Nigeria segmented and divided you into different states and chiefdoms, you are one person. When the chips are down, Nigeria will treat all of you as Igbos. In Nigeria today, if you are neither a Northerner nor a Yoruba, you are seen and treated as an Igbo.
“Based on the events unfolding after the recently concluded rigged Nigerian general election (“Selection”) and the Biafra-phobia in Nigeria, there have been concerted efforts between Yorubas (in Lagos State) and Fulanis (Northerners) to exterminate the people of the Old Eastern Region (Biafra). The Old Eastern Region’s markets, homes, and businesses have been burnt down. The Yorubas in Lagos and the Fulanis have now graduated into lynching Easterners, including beating, clubbing and burning them to death.
“Remember the prelude to the Nigeria / Biafra war. Easterners (Biafrans), do not let history repeat itself. To be forewarned is to be forearmed.
“Some of you still insist and believe in One-Nigeria, despite Nigeria showing you all that you are their slaves with no fundamental human rights. They also show you that you do not have a right to life. Do you still insist on One-Nigeria? The decision is yours.
“We write to tell you all to join together. Never sit or watch your fellow Easterner killed, his shop burnt, or any maltreatment happens to your kinsperson while you do nothing. When you see your fellow Easterner being beaten, do not just use your camera and become a reporter – join the fight to rescue your kinsperson. It would help if you fought back. Take back your dignity. If you do not get down to the trenches, fight dirty, and defend yourselves now, you will all regret it now and later. Fight back the terrorists terrorizing you in your supposed One-Nigeria. When you survive, you will choose to become the Biafran you are supposed to be and live in your royal freedom. Remaining in One Nigeria means perpetual servitude to the Fulani-North and Yoruba in Lagos.
“Meanwhile, you are the ones boosting the economy of Nigeria, in which the Yoruba in Lagos and Fulani-North take pride. Without the Easterners (Biafra), there will be no Nigeria. Yet, you are not appreciated. We pray for your safety, security and well-being”.
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Posted: at 3-05-2023 12:27 PM (1 year ago) | Addicted Hero
The houses were demolished because the people defaulted by encroaching into the land/properties of FAAN.The said owners of the landed properties were defaulters,not Igbos.Always playing the victim.
Ziggymak
Posted: at 3-05-2023 01:28 PM (1 year ago) | Gistmaniac
The houses were demolished because the people defaulted by encroaching into the land/properties of FAAN.The said owners of the landed properties were defaulters,not Igbos.Always playing the victim.
If truly the owners encroached into the FAAN properties the Lagos state government should embark on total not selected demolition of defaulting houses because over 50% of house owners in Lagos state are guilty of this offence.
Posted: at 3-05-2023 02:30 PM (1 year ago) | Gistmaniac
The truth is that, we should always seek advice before buying any landed properties in Lagos State. We should verify first from Regional and Urban Planning, if the land is an acquired land or prohibited land. This happened to yorubas in Oko-Afo before the election when all the houses were demolished bcoz the land is meant for Naval Airfield and Muwo that belongs to Nigeria Policd Force and so many places. For someone to build luxurious houses on unverified lands is at risk. The land owners will tell no problem but when the problems comes, they will abandoned you. So, Igbo were not targeted at all and is just that the population in Park view Estate were Igbos
Posted: at 3-05-2023 02:47 PM (1 year ago) | Upcoming
If truly the owners encroached into the FAAN properties the Lagos state government should embark on total not selected demolition of defaulting houses because over 50% of house owners in Lagos state are guilty of this offence.
Ah swear yaw,I no go fit argue with you now because I sabi your type.If I tell you that a fresh mango leave is green in colour and brownish when dry you'd still have what to say in an attempt to prove me wrong.
Ziggymak
Posted: at 3-05-2023 05:15 PM (1 year ago) | Gistmaniac
The houses were demolished because the people defaulted by encroaching into the land/properties of FAAN.The said owners of the landed properties were defaulters,not Igbos.Always playing the victim.
Guy the thunder wey go fire you for this comment no go mercy u,this shows how much you hate the Igbos,na tribalism go kill una for this country, that's why you bastards stole our mandate and said igbos will not rule
Posted: at 3-05-2023 08:39 PM (1 year ago) | Gistmaniac
Guy the thunder wey go fire you for this comment no go mercy u,this shows how much you hate the Igbos,na tribalism go kill una for this country, that's why you bastards stole our mandate and said igbos will not rule
Hehehehehe...see who di kick against tribalism abeg.Hehehehe.I'd rather support Pitobi for his antecedents;his track records than for him being my tribesman and Christian if I were you.What good would tribe and religion do to you when you vote in a bad leader out of sentiment?I get antivirust for una characteristic cyber bully,hit me and I'll beat you up.Hehehe...
Ziggymak
Posted: at 4-05-2023 04:47 AM (1 year ago) | Gistmaniac
The truth is that, we should always seek advice before buying any landed properties in Lagos State. We should verify first from Regional and Urban Planning, if the land is an acquired land or prohibited land. This happened to yorubas in Oko-Afo before the election when all the houses were demolished bcoz the land is meant for Naval Airfield and Muwo that belongs to Nigeria Policd Force and so many places. For someone to build luxurious houses on unverified lands is at risk. The land owners will tell no problem but when the problems comes, they will abandoned you. So, Igbo were not targeted at all and is just that the population in Park view Estate were Igbos
People like to create ethnic and religious controversies online, because they know many people using social media won't verify, they believe whatever garbage they see online. Same thing happened in Kaduna state some years back when people went to illegally acquire lands belonging to NCAA. Some even built churches on them...when oga El Rufai started bringing those buildings down, they said he was targeting Christians...they didn't ask how sane person will go and acquire government lands illegally.
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