Nnamdi Kanu To Miss Parents’ Burial – IPOB Spokesperson

The Supreme Leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, might be missing his parents’ burial. The burial is scheduled to take place on 14^th February 2020 as revealed in a press statement by Emma Powerful, the group’s spokesperson.

The proscribed group said it can’t confirm the attendance of its leader for the burial of his parents, His Royal Highness Eze Israel Okwu Kanu and Ugoeze Sally Nmeme Okwu-Kanu. He said the rites will begin with procession and preparations in line with traditions and customs.

 Also, Emma Powerful, said they are making plans to ensure the burial hold in a safe atmosphere.

Powerful said;

“IPOB
worldwide wish to announce to the world, particularly Biafrans, friends of
Biafra, lovers of freedom and with regard for the protocol of the Afaraukwu
Eze-in-Council that February 14, 2020, will be the burial date of our leader's
parents at Eze Sir Israel Okwu Kanu’s Palace in Isiama Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia
Abia State capital.

“IPOB
leadership will not be disclosing any information and have not disclosed any
information regarding the likely attendance or not of our leader to this event.

"The
movement and anticipated presence of our leader in his home during this period
are yet to be finalized and as such, no confirmation or otherwise will be
issued to that effect.

“IPOB High
Command will determine under what circumstance any announcement will be made in
the future.

“However,
arrangements are being put in place to ensure the ceremony is held in a secure
and safe atmosphere.

“IPOB is a
peaceful movement and hope to maintain this approach until Biafra is completely
restored.

“We are
inviting every media outlet, local and international, print and electronic to
be present in Isiama-Afaraukwu on that day.”