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IPOB Declares May 30 Sit-At-Home For Biafra Heroes Remembrance Day.
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), led by Nnamdi Kanu, has announced a sit-at-home order for May 30, 2026, in observance of the annual Biafra Heroes Remembrance Day.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
May 30 is traditionally set aside for remembrance, mourning, and reflection in honour of those who lost their lives during the Nigeria–Biafra Civil War.
The declaration was contained in a statement released on Sunday by the group’s spokesperson, Emma Powerful.
This year’s commemoration marks the first time IPOB will observe the event since its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, was convicted on terrorism-related charges by the Nigerian government and is currently serving a life sentence at the Sokoto Correctional Centre.
As part of the observance, IPOB called on governors in the South-East and other areas it describes as “Biafra states” to fly the Nigerian flag at half-mast in honour of the fallen.
It also urged residents across these regions to remain indoors throughout the day.
In its statement, the group described May 30 as a sacred day of remembrance dedicated to Biafran heroes and heroines who died defending their people during the civil war.
IPOB emphasized that the commemoration is not political but a solemn obligation to honour past sacrifices, stressing the importance of preserving the memory of those who fought between 1967 and 1970.
The group recounted the hardships faced during the war, including military blockade, starvation, aerial bombardments, and overwhelming military opposition, while praising the resilience of those who resisted despite limited resources and international isolation.
It also referenced civilians, soldiers, scientists, and mothers who suffered and died during the conflict, insisting that their sacrifices must never be forgotten or reduced to historical footnotes.
IPOB further recalled victims of the 2016 Biafra Day observance clashes in Nkpor and Onitsha, describing them as martyrs whose deaths form part of the group’s collective memory.
According to the statement, the annual sit-at-home is intended as a day of prayer, reflection, and mourning, with no allowance for commercial, social, or political activities.
The group urged strict compliance across towns and communities in the South-East and encouraged members of the diaspora to also observe the remembrance.
It also appealed to state governors in the region to show symbolic respect by lowering national flags, saying such actions would acknowledge the sacrifices of those who died.
IPOB maintained that remembering the dead is essential for justice and identity, insisting that their legacy must be preserved for future generations.
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AMVCA 2026: Sola Sobowale, Kanayo O. Kanayo Honoured With Prestigious Industry Merit Awards.
Veteran Nollywood actors, Kanayo O. Kanayo and Sola Sobowale, have been honoured with the Industry Merit Award at the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The recognition was presented on Saturday night during the 12th edition of the AMVCA ceremony held at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos State.
The award celebrates their decades of outstanding contributions to the Nigerian film industry, as well as their lasting impact as two of Nollywood’s most respected screen legends.
While receiving her award, Sola Sobowale expressed gratitude to God, the organisers, her colleagues, fans, and most especially her children, whom she credited for making her journey through motherhood and career easier.
“I want to specially thank God Almighty for keeping me till this day to have this. I thank my children. Thank you to all my colleagues. I thank my fans because without you ‘Ko si Shola’ (there’s no Shola). It truly is an honour,” she said.
On his part, Kanayo O. Kanayo used his moment on stage to speak out against xenophobic attacks in South Africa.
Nigerian record producer and music executive, Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has named alternative rock artiste Johnny Drille as his best musician.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Mavin Records boss described Johnny Drille’s sound as exceptional, adding that he considers him a complete and highly skilled musician.
Speaking on a recent episode of the Crea8torium podcast, Don Jazzy said Johnny Drille stands out uniquely in the Nigerian music industry and, in his view, has no close rival.
He praised the singer’s versatility, noting that he is involved in mixing, songwriting, and vocal performance.
“If you look at the Nigerian music industry right now, there is nobody like Johnny Drille. He is in a world of his own. He is like the best musician – the complete musician that I know. He is versatile. He mixes, writes, sings. He does everything,” Don Jazzy said.
He further commended Johnny Drille’s consistency in performance, stating that his live performances match his studio quality.
“He is also an amazing performer — the way he sounds in the studio is the same way he sounds in live shows,” he added.
The spokesperson for the eight Kano Central Senatorial District aspirants, Usman Bala, has explained that their withdrawal in favour of former Kano State Governor, Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau, was influenced by the intervention of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and their collective respect for him.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Bala said all the aspirants unanimously accepted the governor’s peace initiative, describing it as timely, strategic, and instrumental in uniting all parties behind a common objective.
Governor Yusuf had successfully mediated in the long-standing dispute over the Kano Central senatorial ticket, a development that eventually produced Shekarau as the consensus candidate.
The resolution followed a high-level reconciliation meeting convened by the governor in Abuja, where all aspirants and key stakeholders agreed to set aside personal ambitions in the interest of unity, progress, and Kano State’s political future.
As a result of the agreement, the eight aspirants voluntarily stepped down and endorsed Shekarau as the consensus flagbearer for Kano Central under the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Kano Central, which is Nigeria’s largest senatorial district, covers 15 local government areas with an estimated population of over 10 million people, making the consensus decision a significant political development with wide implications.
Governor Yusuf praised the aspirants for prioritising collective interest over individual ambition, describing their action as a show of maturity, sacrifice, and commitment to democratic values.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to dialogue, inclusion, and consensus-building as key tools for political stability and sustainable development, expressing confidence that the agreement would strengthen unity and enhance Kano’s influence nationally.
In his reaction, Shekarau commended the governor’s role in fostering peace among the aspirants and expressed gratitude to those who stepped down in his favour, as well as their support for APC candidates ahead of the 2027 elections.
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