IPOB Urges WAEC and UNIZIK to Shift Exams, Convocation for Biafra's Heroes Day
In a statement released by IPOB's spokesman, Emma Powerful, the group announced a stay-at-home order on May 30 to commemorate the heroes of Biafra. IPOB emphasized that movement of persons and vehicles would be restricted on that day, except for essential services such as health workers and emergency services.
AKACHI NOEL 
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called on the West African Examination Council (WAEC) and the authorities of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK), to reschedule their scheduled examination and convocation ceremony respectively. This call comes ahead of IPOB's planned "Biafra's Heroes Day" on May 30 across the South-East.
In a statement released by IPOB's spokesman, Emma Powerful, the group announced a stay-at-home order on May 30 to commemorate the heroes of Biafra. IPOB emphasized that movement of persons and vehicles would be restricted on that day, except for essential services such as health workers and emergency services.
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IPOB urged WAEC and UNIZIK to shift their events to another date, stressing the significance of May 30 as a day of remembrance for fallen heroes and heroines who sacrificed during the Nigerian Civil War. The group warned of possible consequences for ignoring their call, emphasizing safety concerns for students and participants.
The call for rescheduling aims to ensure that the commemoration of Biafra's Heroes Day takes precedence over other events in Biafra land. IPOB emphasized the importance of honoring those who lost their lives during the war and urged individuals to prioritize safety by avoiding unnecessary travel on May 30.
