May 30th Is Biafra Heroes Day, Not Igbo Day and it will be. Peaceful Sit-at-home across Biafran Territories — IPOB

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has reiterated that May 30th remains Biafra Heroes Day and not Igbo Day, as claimed by some individuals and politicians.

In a statement issued on Sunday by its Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, IPOB criticized what it called a deliberate distortion of historical facts by “compromised Igbo politicians” and non-Biafrans attempting to rebrand the day for political motives.

Titled “May 30 Remains Biafra Heroes Day, Not Igbo Day”, the statement emphasized that Biafra encompasses multiple ethnic nationalities beyond the Igbo, including Annang, Ibibio, Efik, Oron, and Ijaw.

“Biafra Heroes Day is not a political jamboree. It is a solemn covenant of remembrance. Anyone intent on rebranding should limit themselves to Nigerian politics, where sycophancy is the currency, and leave our martyrs’ legacy alone.”

Calling this their final warning, IPOB said it would no longer entertain provocations with lengthy responses, stating that those behind the misinformation are being used by political interests.

Emma Powerful confirmed that IPOB will observe a peaceful sit-at-home across Biafran territories and the diaspora on May 30, 2025. The day will include prayers, lectures, and candlelight vigils to honour the fallen.