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Ojukwu Declaring Biafra
Ojukwu Declaring Biafra


By Ebere Suzy

The Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra, (MASSOB) has  declared Biafra National day celebration on 30th May, 2014
at MASSOB Freedom Square, Okwe, Onuimo council area of Imo state.

The National day celebration according to the MASSOB National Director of Information, Mr. Uchenna Madu is aimed at showcasing and celebrating those that had at one time or the other made tremendous sacrifices for the over-all interests of the Eastern Region and her people, therefore encouraging others to emulate and follow these footsteps.

Mr. Madu further disclosed “many prominent Easterners participated actively and championed the    struggle for Nigeria’s Independence, some stood against the political odds against Igbos and Easterners in general, some eloquently fought against Nigeria Federal Government aggression against Biafrans”

“In many field of life, numerous extraordinary people of the East showcased their potentials in defending, fighting, promoting and developing the integrity, culture, tradition, prestige, honour and creativity of the people of Eastern Region-Biafra.

The event which shall take place on 30th May, 2014, shall be celebrating and showcasing the exploits of the following Heroes of our land: Dim Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, Gen. Philip Efiong, Chief Dr. Ralph Uwazuruike, Chief Mbonu Ojike, Chief Nnamdi Azikiwe, Chief Michael okpara, Ezeogo Francis Akanu Ibiam, Sir Nwafo Orizu, Chief Sam Mbakwe, Chief Asari Dokubo, Isaac Adaka Boro, Ken Saro Wiwa”

Others included Senator Uchechukwu Merije, Chief Orji Uzor Kalu, Chief Peter Obi, Chief Mrs. Oby Ezekwesili, Philip Emeagwali, Chief Mbazulike Amaechi, Chimamanda Adiche, Chinua Achebe, Sen. Igwe Nwagu, Chief Ifeanyi Uba, Chris Nwabueze Ngige, Sir Emeka Offor, Chief Mrs. Magret Ekpo among others.

The Ceremony which gathers about ten (10) Million Easterners shall feature such event such as: Citations, The unveiling of the Hall of fame, Great achievers and the exploits of the Eastern Heroes.

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