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The Digest: The Nigerian Army has confirmed the arrest of Ifeanyi Eze Okorienta, a high-profile commander of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN). Codenamed "Gentle De Yahoo," he was captured during a raid on his hideout in Imo State...

The Digest: The Department of State Services (DSS) has rejected claims that detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu requires urgent transfer to the National Hospital, Abuja, calling the reports "exaggerated" and made in "bad faith." In a counter-affidavit, the agency insisted its medical facilities...

The Digest: Following Simon Ekpa's conviction for terrorism in Finland, the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) has once again distanced itself from the pro-Biafra agitator. This dramatic turn marks a family feud, with IPOB stating that Ekpa’s conviction is his burden alone and that he is not...

The Digest: The All Igbo Youth Forum (ALYF) has threatened to boycott the 2027 elections unless the federal government releases Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of IPOB. Despite claims from Edo State Governor Okpebholo that Kanu's release hinges on security and political dialogue, the youth forum...

Finnish prosecutors have filed terrorism-related charges against Simon Ekpa, citing incitement and links to an outlawed group. The charges are tied to his pro-Biafra activities and alleged online propaganda. The Finnish court charged Ekpa with incitement to commit a crime with terrorist intent...

As talk of Simon Ekpa’s extradition grows, Nigerian security agencies appear cautiously optimistic. His possible return could mark a shift in the long-running struggle over separatist unrest in the South-East. KEY POINTS: A DSS witness testified in court that Ekpa may soon be extradited from...