Ngozi Ezeobika Orabueze, the Deputy Prime Minister of the Biafra Government In Exile, has said efforts are ongoing to ensure Simon Ekpa’s release from detention and the actualisation of the independent nation of Biafra.
Ekpa, the self-proclaimed Prime Minister the Biafra Government In Exile, is being detained in Finland.
Orabueze who made the vow in her Christmas message to the ‘people of Biafran Nation,’ said she and others were working to achieve the actualisation of the United States of Biafra and ensure Ekpa’s release.
In November, SaharaReporters reported that Finland district court in Lahti had ordered that Ekpa should be remanded in prison following his arrest for suspected terrorist activities.
Ekpa was accused of using social media platforms to spread separatist propaganda linked to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a group advocating for the secession of southeastern Nigeria.
The court alleged that the offences dated back to August 23, 2021.
Finland authorities have also investigated Ekpa in the past for alleged financial crimes, including the collection of funds through questionable means.
Orabueze in her message said, “As we celebrate this festive season, I extend my warmest Christmas wishes to every law-abiding Biafran, and especially to the Biafra Defense Forces for their unwavering defense of the territory of the United States of Biafra against the occupying Nigerian terrorist state actors.
“May this Yuletide bring joy, peace, and an abundance of love into your homes.
“We stand on the cusp of a new year, and with it, we look forward to a future filled with great promise and prosperity.
“I urge you to continue placing your trust in and supporting our government-the United States of Biafra Government-under my stewardship.
“Together, we are working tirelessly toward the recognition of our country and preparing for the triumphant return of our able Prime Minister, Ekpa Simon Njoku.
“He leads and will continue to lead us through the final stretch of our journey to realize the dream of the United States of Biafra as an independent, sovereign nation, guided by the principles of justice, fairness, and equity.”
