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The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have announced plans to embark on a rally in remembrance of fallen heroes who died during the civil war of 1967 to 1970, Naij reports.
Emma Powerful, spokesperson for the group, unveiled IPOB’s plans on May 29, claiming that the rally is set to take place on May 30.
IPOB has called on all supporters and members to join their compatriots in marking the occasion and paying homage to fallen heroes, Daily Post reports.
“We are also calling on all clans in Biafra, be you Izon (ijaw), Isoko, Ishekiri, Efik, Ibibio, Idoma, Isobo, Igede, Igala, Igboakiri (Igbanke), Igbos and others to come out and be part of the peaceful events marking this occasion. People will gather at IPOB organized events all over the world to show their respect, but all those in Biafra land should attend the gathering in Ambra state,” the statement read in part.
The group has issued renewed calls for the release of their leader, Nanamdi Kanu, as well as requested that Anambra State Governor Willie Obiano call security operatives to order during the peaceful event.
