Apex lgbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has disassociated itself governors, and ministers from the South East region from the October 20, 2025, planned nationwide protest for the immediate and unconditional release of the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB),Nnamdi Kanu.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo, in conjunction with the South-East governors and ministers, said it has a grave sense of responsibility and a profound commitment to the well-being of the zone and the stability of the country.
The pan- lgbo group unequivocally condemned the planned Sowore-Atiku-orchestrated protests, ostensibly focused on the release of Nnamdi Kanu.
This is contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the factional Deputy- President-General, Okechukwu Isiguzoro and Chief Chinyereze Ohia, national spokesperson and made available to journalists.
Ohanaeze said it views the planned demonstration with extreme suspicion and firmly believes it to be a veiled attempt at fomenting unrest, destabilizing the government of President Bola Tinubu, and exploiting the legitimate concerns of Ndigbo for nefarious political ends.
“Our considered assessment, informed by credible intelligence and meticulous analysis, reveals that this proposed action is nothing more than a cynical ploy designed to instigate a repeat of the #EndSARS riots, ultimately aimed at undermining the current administration,” the group said.
It noted that this insidious scheme, allegedly funded by elements associated with Atiku Abubakar and his cohorts, seeks to exploit the genuine desire for Kanu’s release and draw unsuspecting Igbo citizens into a dangerous and destructive venture.
“In light of these grave concerns, we unequivocally reject the deception and advocacy for peaceful resolution:
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“The pursuit of Nnamdi Kanu’s release through political solutions and the established judicial processes is paramount.
“We vehemently denounce any attempt by politicians, particularly those with a demonstrable history of acting against Igbo interests, to utilize the situation for their political gain.
“The sudden and unsolicited display of “uneasy affection for Igbo causes by individuals previously indifferent or even hostile to our community raises significant red flags.
“We, the Igbo people, are too astute and discerning to be ensnared by the Atiku-Sowore booby trap.
“We call to denounce and avoid the planned unrest. We implore all Nigerians, particularly those who cherish truth, justice, and democracy, to distance themselves from the planned protests, riots, and acts of civil disobedience scheduled for 20th October, 2025.
“Ndigbo must not be used as pawns in any political game orchestrated by Atiku Abubakar and his allies, the ultimate aim being to destabilize the Tinubu administration.
“We emphatically state that this planned disruption does not serve the interests of Ndigbo, nor does it contribute to the cause of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.
“The Atiku-Sowore scheme will undoubtedly undermine the ongoing judicial proceedings and the ongoing political discussions and negotiations, which Nnamdi Kanu has wisely entrusted to a team led by Obi Aguocha,” Ohanaeze added.
