The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced a sit-at-home order for February 2 across the South-East region, citing solidarity with Onitsha traders.
The separatist group’s declaration comes as a direct response to actions taken by Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, with IPOB expressing strong criticism of the governor’s policies.
In its announcement, IPOB called on residents across the South-East states to observe the stay-at-home directive, which typically involves the closure of businesses, markets, and suspension of movement in compliance with the group’s orders.
The planned action appears linked to tensions between Onitsha traders and the Anambra State Government, though specific details of the dispute were not immediately clear.
Governor Soludo has previously taken a firm stance against IPOB’s sit-at-home orders, describing them as economically damaging to the region and urging residents to ignore such directives.
The recurring sit-at-home orders have been a source of significant economic disruption in the South-East, affecting businesses, education, and daily life. Many residents have expressed frustration over the impact on their livelihoods.
Security agencies in the region are likely to be placed on alert ahead of the February 2 date to maintain order and protect citizens who choose not to comply with the directive.
The development underscores the ongoing tensions between IPOB and state authorities in the South-East region.
