Apex lgbo socio-cultural organization, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo has advised the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) to uphold a position of neutrality and refrain from interfering in the activities of the body.
Ohanaeze said such interference is not only disconcerting, but also unacceptable and condemnable.
The pan -Igbo group stated that it’s troubling to observe that IPOB is being misled by individuals who regrettably, are benefitting from the prolonged and unjust incarceration of the leader of the group, Nnamdi Kanu.
Ohanaeze observed that certain elements within IPOB have found themselves cornered, defending those who are complicit in the detention of the IPOB leader.
This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the factional Deputy President- General, Okechukwu Isiguzoro and the group’s spokesman, Thompson Ohia.
“We cannot overlook the shameful alignment of IPOB with certain Igbo leaders who seem intent on exploiting Nnamdi Kanu as a scapegoat for their own ulterior motives.
“The very individuals responsible for the violence against IPOB members are those whom IPOB now chooses to defend.
“This contradiction not only undermines the integrity of our collective struggle, but also diminishes our shared vision for justice and equity.
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“Ohanaeze Ndigbo would like to publicly inform the general populace of attempts to manipulate IPOB as a tool for blackmailing the leadership of our organization.
“We will resolutely decline to engage in any media disputes or controversies with the leadership of IPOB, particularly as they have been led to believe that attacking Ohanaeze Ndigbo will serve their cause.
“We challenge IPOB to exercise caution in its choices, for the individuals they currently support are, in fact, the enemies of Nnamdi Kanu.
“These individuals are more invested in taking photographs alongside him in court, rather than genuinely advocating for avenues that would facilitate his release.
“The ongoing violence against innocent youths, who are unjustly branded as IPOB terrorists, is a direct consequence of this misalignment.
“At this pivotal moment, we implore IPOB and all stakeholders within our community to reassess their alliances and redirect their efforts towards a united front against our true adversaries.
“Let us collectively, strive for a future marked by clarity of purpose, unyielding commitment to justice, and profound respect for the sanctity of our shared heritage,” Ohanaeze said in the statement.
