IPOB Declares May 30 Sit-at-Home for Biafran Heroes

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) announced a sit-at-home observance on May 30, 2026, to honor the fallen heroes and heroines of the Biafran War, which occurred from 1967 to 1970. IPOB spokesman Emma Power emphasized that this day is not a political ritual but a solemn remembrance of those who sacrificed their lives for the dignity and rights of the Biafran people.

The group called on governors across the thirteen states of Biafraland to fly the Nigerian flag at half-mast on this day. The statement, attributed to IPOB leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, urged strict adherence to the sit-at-home order, which is an annual event to reflect on the sacrifices made during the war.

The observance aims to honor the memory of those who fought and suffered during the conflict, including the massacre at Nkpor in 2016. IPOB reiterated that this day should be marked with prayer and reflection, distancing it from commercial or entertainment activities.