Kanu’s Lawyer Calls For May 30 To Be Declared Public Holiday In South-East

Kanu’s Lawyer Calls For May 30 To Be Declared Public Holiday In South-East

Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, the Lead Counsel for the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has urged governors in the South-East region to designate May 30 as a public holiday. Ejiofor emphasized that the day holds significant historical importance, serving as a memorial for over five million South Easterners who lost their lives during the Biafra-Nigeria war from July 6, 1967, to January 15, 1970……….CONTINUE READING 

In a press statement issued on Thursday, Ejiofor stressed the need to dedicate the day to honoring the fallen heroes and heroines of Biafra. He emphasized that May 30 should be a time for introspection, reflecting on the position of Biafrans in contemporary Nigeria and their relevance in the national context.

Ejiofor highlighted the massacre of over 6,000 men, primarily residents of Asaba, during the war, urging Nigeria to acknowledge this tragedy. He underscored the importance of post-war reconstruction, reintegration, and reconciliation, lamenting the lack of progress in these areas.

Drawing a parallel with the South West’s commemoration of June 12 as a public holiday, Ejiofor called on South-East governors to follow suit. He asserted that such a gesture would not only honor Biafran heroes but also contribute to healing and reconciliation.

Ejiofor further urged the Federal Government to unconditionally release genuine Biafran agitators held in detention facilities. He emphasized that this action would help alleviate the grievances of marginalized Biafrans and foster a sense of reintegration in the Nigerian project.

“As we remember our fallen heroes and heroines, let us reflect on the noble cause for which they sacrificed. They did not die for crimes or violence but for the pursuit of justice and freedom,” Ejiofor concluded

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