Ekpa Simon arrest What happened: The faction of the banned Indigenous People's of Biafra (IPOB) led by Ekpa had reportedly announced a prohibition on holding elections in the South-East. The IPOB agitator recently declared a sit-at-home from February 23, 2023 to February 28 apparently to stop the conduct of the forthcoming general elections in the region; slated for February 25. According to emerging reports, the Finland-based activist has also been accused of masterminding numerous homicides committed by 'Unknown Gunmen', who are responsible for the demise of numerous individuals, including government officials, in the South-East region. What you should know: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Finnish ambassador, following the alleged misinformation, disinformation, hate speech and incitive comments by the Nigerian-Finnish lawyer, Ekpa, which many fear could derail the peaceful conduct of 2023 general elections. At a meeting earlier, the Foreig...
