FROM JEFF AMECHI AGBODO, ONITSHA
A group, Concerned Igbo Citizens (CIC) has warned the leader of Biafra Independent Movement (BIM) Chief Ralph Uwazuruike over his statement against the Niger Delta Avengers’ support for Biafra agitation.
National Chairman of CIC, Chief Okechukwu Nnogu in a press release condemned Uwazuruike for attacking the support of Niger Delta Avengers by some Biafra agitators.
“Our attention has been drawn to an unguarded and inconsequential statements and reaction from Ralph Uwazuruike led BIM on the activities of Niger Delta Avengers and the timely support given to them by MASSOB led by Comrade Uchenna Madu.
“CIC condemn the condemnation of MASSOB by Uwazuruike through his spokesperson. How can Uwazuruike declare Niger Delta Avengers criminals and militants who specialises only in blowing oil and gas pipelines? Niger Delta Avengers have consistently and continually declared support for Biafra actualization, insisting that they are Biafrans.
“Though they chose a method different from MASSOB and IPOB whose modus operandi is non-violence, Niger Delta Avengers vowed to reduce Nigeria economic power through their activities for the sake of Biafra, a goal that is almost near for which Biafrans are celebrating them. Even though MASSOB is a non-violent organization, aligning or supporting Niger Delta Avengers shows that Comrade Uchenna Madu, always identify with and upholds genuineness in Biafra struggle.
“We support the leadership of Madu led MASSOB, his ingenuity, consistency, selflessness and unshaken spirit in the course of Biafra self determination struggle is written on the sand of history.
“Concerned Igbo Citizens also acknowledge that Niger Delta Avengers’ activities which MASSOB supports have brought Nigeria to its knees, Nigeria is afraid because NDA identifies with Biafra struggle and demand the release of Nnamdi Kanu and other pro-Biafra detainees. CIC advices Ralph Uwazuruike to be mindful of the statements he issued against the progress of Biafra actualization and restoration as it may endanger his battered relationship with the people of Biafra”, the group warned.