IPOB Declares 12-Hour Lockdown on May 30 to Honor Biafra Heroes
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. Transition Words for Context Additionally , IPOB notified the West African Examination Council (WAEC) to adjust schedules for students taking SSCE exams. […]