IPOB Announces 12-Hour Lockdown for Biafra Heroes Memorial Day
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has declared a 12-hour lockdown across southeast Nigeria and parts of the south-south on May 30, 2025 , to honor those who died in the 1967–1970 Nigerian Civil War. The group labeled the day as Biafra Heroes Memorial Day , urging residents to stay indoors from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM for reflection and tribute.
Lockdown Guidelines and Exemptions
IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful stated that only essential workers —including healthcare providers, journalists, security personnel, and utility staff—are exempt. Schools, markets, religious services, and public gatherings will halt. “Spend the day with family, recounting the genocide and ongoing marginalization of Ndigbo,” the statement emphasized.
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Additionally , IPOB notified the West African Examination Council (WAEC) to adjust schedules for students taking SSCE exams. Meanwhile , governors in the southeast and south-south received advance alerts about the lockdown.
Global Protests and Peaceful Advocacy
IPOB called for peaceful demonstrations abroad to avoid clashes with Nigerian security forces. “Biafrans overseas should organize town halls or street marches to demand Kanu’s release and Biafra’s restoration,” the group stated, referencing leader Nnamdi Kanu’s detention.
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No protests in Nigeria. Focus on global advocacy. Essential services exempt.
Historical Reflection and Ongoing Struggles
The lockdown coincides with the 58th anniversary of the civil war’s outbreak. IPOB linked the day to “ongoing victimization” of Igbo people, framing the lockdown as both a memorial and a protest against systemic marginalization.
Why This Matters
The declaration escalates tensions in a region already strained by separatist agitations. While IPOB insists on non-violence, the lockdown risks economic disruption and heightens scrutiny of Nigeria’s handling of pro-Biafra movements.
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