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IPOB refutes Amnesty Intl’s report, reaffirms commitment to non-violent advocacy
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a response to Amnesty International’s recent report on insecurity in Nigeria’s Southeast, expressing concern over what it described as a misrepresentation of its role and position regarding violent sit-at-home orders.
In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Comrade Emma Powerful, IPOB reiterated its non-violent stance and disassociated itself from any enforcement of sit-at-home directives, noting that the group officially ended such orders in July 2023.
“Since July 24, 2023, IPOB has made clear through public statements and media channels that all sit-at-home directives have been cancelled,” the statement said. “Any acts of violence carried out in relation to these directives are not sanctioned by IPOB.”
The group expressed reservations over parts of the Amnesty report that referenced unnamed expert sources casting doubt on IPOB’s claims of non-involvement in such incidents. It argued that these characterizations could inadvertently blur the lines between its activities and those of unrelated actors in the region.
IPOB highlighted its long-standing commitment to peaceful advocacy, citing its use of lawful methods such as community engagement, media outreach, and legal action to pursue its objective of self-determination. It noted that no court has convicted the group as an entity for any violent crime.
The statement also referenced the 2022 Court of Appeal ruling that discharged IPOB leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu of previous charges, while raising legal concerns over his continued detention.
IPOB called on Amnesty International and global media organizations to carefully differentiate between peaceful movements and unrelated criminal activity in their reporting.
“We urge all stakeholders, including international media, to ensure accurate representation of our position and to avoid narratives that may expose our members to undue risk,” the statement added.
IPOB reaffirmed its commitment to non-violence and lawful expression of its views within the framework of international human rights standards.
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Ásake’s much-anticipated homecoming concert may be heading into stormy waters as fans take to social media to criticise the staggering ₦300,000 ticket fee.
What was expected to be a triumphant Lagos return for the global Afrobeats star is now spiralling into an online revolt, with many longtime supporters accusing organisers of “pricing out the true fans.”
The sentiment has grown so intense that several fan pages are warning that the high-end pricing could dampen excitement around Ásake’s headline performance.
FlyTime Fest, known for premium concert experiences, has steadily increased its fees over the years, but this latest jump appears to have crossed a psychological line.
Fans have flooded social media with criticism over the ₦300,000 ticket price for Ásake’s Lagos homecoming. Many expressed disbelief and frustration, saying the cost is outrageous and out of reach for those who have supported him since his early street-pop days.
Users questioned the pricing compared to international shows, with some noting that fans abroad can secure seats for less than half the cost.
Social media reactions have been fierce, @Yemmmmie_: “So Nigerians are paying $200 just to stand and watch Asake, while people abroad get seats for under $100? Make it make sense. How do you overcharge the people who actually built the fanbase? It’s giving ‘exploit your own’ and everyone’s just supposed to smile about it?”
@_ayzo: “I really wanted to go for Asake’s show but 300k is too ridiculous.”
@_blondehoe: “Asake ticket prices are ridiculous. Not even Chris Brown, Summer Walker and Travis Scott were this expensive. I might need a Nigerian bf to buy me a ticket soon.”
@richtosho: “Asake concert standing ticket is 300k, Rema 250k, Davido 250k, in a country of particular concern… but they will sell tickets in US for less than $100 ~150k and you might even see Chris Brown and Billie Eilish + 10 other artists… imagine?”
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MTV kick-started a new era of music and pop culture in 1981, when it went on air for the first time, emblematically playing “Video Killed the Radio Star” as its debut music video. More than four decades later, the channel,
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Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has described himself as the highest-ranked Christian in government, attributing his political advancement to “the special grace of God” and urging Nigerians to remain committed to service in their faith communities. Speaking on Saturday during the
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