 has scheduled a full sit-at-home for May 30, 2025, as part of its annual Biafran Heroes Day){kind=link}
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has scheduled a full sit-at-home for May 30, 2025, as part of its annual Biafran Heroes Day celebration to honour those who perished during the 1967–1970 civil war.
According to IPOB’s spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the day is sacred for Biafrans and will be observed as a public holiday across the Southeast and South-South zones.
The group described the event as a solemn memorial for its heroes and heroines, calling on all residents to remain indoors throughout the day.
In preparation, IPOB has communicated its plans to regional governors and requested WAEC to reschedule any exams planned for that date.
The group also encouraged Biafrans abroad to host peaceful events, such as marches and seminars, to advocate for justice and remember those lost in the conflict.
The statement emphasized that no street protests would be held in Nigeria to avoid violent clashes with security operatives.
Instead, IPOB is urging families to stay home, reflect on the genocide, and remember the continued marginalization of the Igbo people.
Lectures, documentaries, and storytelling sessions about the Biafran War are expected to be held both in Nigeria and overseas.
IPOB stressed that its annual observance is not only about remembering the past but also about promoting the welfare and unity of Ndigbo.
The group noted that the lockdown will run from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., with exemptions only for essential service providers like health workers, emergency staff, and journalists.