Biafra latest news may 16th 2018
Here are some of the latest news updates on Biafra from May 16th, 2018:
Nnamdi Kanu's Trial Adjourned
The trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been adjourned to May 30th, 2018. Kanu is facing charges of treasonable felony and has been in detention since October 2015. His lawyers had requested that the court grant him bail, but the request was denied.
IPOB Calls for Global Protest
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called for a global protest on May 30th, 2018, to mark the anniversary of the Biafran declaration of independence. The group has also called for a boycott of the 2019 general elections in Nigeria.
Biafra Day Celebrations
Biafra Day celebrations were held across the world on May 30th, 2018, with thousands of people attending rallies and protests in support of the Biafran cause. The celebrations were marked by violence in some parts of Nigeria, with reports of clashes between pro-Biafra groups and security forces.
Nigerian Government Warns Against Violence
The Nigerian government has warned against violence and called for calm ahead of the Biafra Day celebrations. The government has also urged the people of the South-East region to reject the Biafran agitation and to maintain peace and unity.
International Community Reacts
The international community has reacted to the Biafra Day celebrations, with some countries calling for restraint and dialogue. The United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union have all urged the Nigerian government to respect the rights of all Nigerians, including those in the South-East region.
Biafra Crisis Deepens
The Biafra crisis has deepened in recent weeks, with reports of increasing violence and human rights abuses in the South-East region. The crisis has also led to a rise in tensions between the Nigerian government and the Biafran separatist movement.
These are some of the latest news updates on Biafra from May 16th, 2018. The situation remains volatile and sensitive, with both sides refusing to back down.