The Obidient Movement has strongly denied allegations made by former Osun State Governor, Bisi Akande, that it orchestrated the EndSARS protests to prevent Bola Ahmed Tinubu from becoming President.

In a statement signed by Dr. Tanko Yunusa, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, the group described Akande’s remarks as false, revisionist, and an insult to the memory of Nigerians who lost their lives during the protests.

The movement emphasized that EndSARS was a nationwide, youth-led protest against police brutality and extrajudicial killings, not a politically motivated agenda.

“EndSARS was not about any individual’s presidential ambition but a call for justice, accountability, and the end of police violence. It is misleading and dishonest to link it to the Obidient Movement, which emerged years later,” the statement read.

The group condemned any attempt to rewrite history, accusing Akande of trying to shift blame for the government’s failures onto the movement.

The Obidient Movement urged Akande and his associates to address Nigeria’s pressing challenges, including, Economic hardship, Insecurity, Unemploymentand Bad governance

“Nigerians are suffering. No amount of misinformation will change the fact that millions are struggling under poor governance. Instead of distorting history, leaders should focus on solutions,” the statement added.

The movement reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for integrity, accountability, and good governance, stressing that false accusations will not deter its mission.

A devastating fuel tanker explosion on Saturday at Ugwu Onyeama, Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, has reportedly claimed an unconfirmed number of lives, with some eyewitnesses suggesting casualties could exceed 20.

The incident occurred around 12:30 pm on the busy road, a few kilometers from Enugu metropolis, when a petrol-laden tanker exploded, igniting a massive inferno. Eyewitness accounts describe the scene as harrowing, with numerous vehicles destroyed and victims burnt beyond recognition.

Efforts to rescue those trapped were reportedly hindered by the intensity of the fire. Emergency responders, including the police and road safety authorities, have yet to release official casualty figures or identify the cause of the explosion.

The tragic event has left the community in mourning, as investigations continue to uncover the full scope of the disaster.

The prolonged detention of Simon Ekpa, Prime Minister of the self-declared United States of Biafra, by Finnish authorities at the behest of the Nigerian government, has ignited fresh international debates on human rights, self-determination, and freedom struggles in Africa.
In a strongly worded statement issued in Abuja, Dr. Ngozi Orabueze, Chief of Staff and Deputy Prime Minister of the United States of Biafra, condemned what she described as Finland’s “calculated betrayal” of its own citizen. Dr. Orabueze accused the Finnish government of colluding with Nigeria to suppress the voice of Biafrans by detaining Simon Ekpa under allegations of terrorism while investigations are ongoing.

“This is not just an assault on one man but a calculated attempt to weaken the struggle for Biafran self-determination and embolden Nigeria’s oppressive policies against Biafrans,” she declared.

Dr. Orabueze pointed to escalating violence in the Biafra region, allegedly orchestrated by the Nigerian state and led by Defence Chief Christopher Musa, who has vowed to dismantle the Biafran movement.
She cited recent killings of Biafran civilians, which she claimed were carried out by reintegrated terrorists acting under the Nigerian government’s orders.
“Simon Ekpa’s only crime is his unwavering defense of Biafran citizens against state-backed terror,” she said.
The statement also called on Biafrans to remain resilient and continue funding their self-defense efforts. Dr. Orabueze urged Finland and Norway to respect international human rights laws and self-determination principles, warning against the criminalization of freedom fighters.

This controversy comes amid growing allegations of Nigeria’s human rights abuses, which have drawn criticism from organizations such as the United Nations and Amnesty International.

Dr. Orabueze reiterated that Biafran independence is not just Simon Ekpa’s vision but a collective aspiration of a marginalized people. She urged the international community to hold Finland and Nigeria accountable, demanding Ekpa’s immediate release to ensure the safety of his life.

“The struggle for Biafran independence is far from over, and history will judge those who choose to suppress rather than support it,” Dr. Orabueze concluded.

The world now watches as this clash of politics, sovereignty, and human rights unfolds.