In a statement released today and signed by its chairman, Joe Nze Etoh, and public relations officer, Chigozie Onwukwe, the WIC declared its opposition to any group’s use of force to pursue the goal of self-determination, but also warned the government against using force against people using peaceful means to agitate for their rights.
The WIC stated its “support for Nnamdi Kanu and IPOB as long as they seek a peaceful dialogue with the Buhari administration for their self-determination.”
The organization, which represents Igbo interests globally, recounted the outcome of the Biafran War and cautioned the government to address grievances by Igbo and other groups within Nigeria.
Below is the text of the WIC’s statement:
