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"WHEN EXPOSING A CRIME IS TREATED AS COMMITTING A CRIME, YOU ARE BEING RULED BY CRIMINALS," - Edward Snowden

This resonates deeply with the situation involving the #Nigerian government and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). This quote underscores the paradox where those who reveal injustices are themselves branded as criminals, a scenario that perfectly reflects the #Nigerian government's stance on IPOB.

 

The IPOB, led by Nnamdi Kanu, has been a vocal advocate for the independence of Biafra, a nation forced to be part of #Nigeria as the eastern region of Nigeria. The group's activities, including protests and calls for the exercise of a UN guaranteed rights of self-determination, have often been met with severe crackdowns by the #Nigerian government. In 2017, the Nigerian government through their corruption-imbedded kangaroo court obtained a fraudulent proscription order to designate IPOB as a terrorist organization. This move was heavily criticized by various human rights organizations and international observers and all people of good conscience who argued that the proscription was an attempt to stifle legitimate political dissent and the right to self-determination.

 

The Nigerian government's response to IPOB has been marked by allegations of human rights abuses. Reports have documented instances where security forces have used excessive force against IPOB members and supporters, leading to numerous casualties. These actions have been justified by the government as necessary to maintain national security and public order. However, the fact is that such measures are disproportionate and serve to criminalize legitimate political activism.

 

The situation is further complicated by the involvement of foreign interests. Some international actors have supported the Nigerian government's stance under the guise that the IPOB's activities are a threat to regional stability, when in fact, the coming of Biafra will ensure greater regional stability, not the other way around. This external support has bolstered the government's position, making it more challenging for IPOB to gain the desired international sympathy and support for its cause. It begs the question, why is the International community interested in this region?

 

In essence, Snowden's quote highlights a troubling reality: when governments criminalize those who expose or protest against injustices, it raises questions about the legitimacy and morality of those in power. The #Nigerian government's treatment of IPOB exemplifies this dynamic, where efforts to expose and address a well-pronounced injustice are met with criminalization and repression. This not only undermines the principles of democracy and human rights but also perpetuates a cycle of violence and mistrust between the government and its citizens.

Every individual who reads this and does nothing to stop such rape on justice and fairness is also ensuring the perpetuity of it and in the end, it will affect us all.


~MAZI OGBUEFI ©2025 ~

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