The proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has said that its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, ordered the total cancellation of the Monday sit-at-home across the South-East, with effect from February 9, 2026.
Emma Powerful, the IPOB spokesperson, announced this in a press statement issued on Sunday.
He further stated that the command came directly from Kanu.
Remember that the pro-Biafran camp proclaimed a sit-at-home in August 2021 to protest Kanu’s rendition to Nigeria and subsequent imprisonment. During the drill, markets, schools, banks, and workplaces remained closed.
Powerful stated that under the present direction, there is no reason for anyone to stay at home on Mondays and that markets, schools, offices, transportation services, and economic activity must start fully and normally on Monday.
The statement read in part, “The IPOB, under the supreme leadership of Nnamdi Kanu, hereby announces to the entire world that the Monday sit-at-home across the South-East is officially and permanently cancelled with effect from tomorrow, Monday, February 9, 2026.
“This directive comes directly from Onyendu Mazi Nnamdi Kanu himself, who has once again staked everything on the line to ensure that our children return to school every Monday and that our people go about their lawful businesses without fear, intimidation, or molestation.
“Any person in doubt should visit Sokoto Correctional Centre to confirm with him. We can no longer hide under ‘Onyendu cannot be reached to confirm’ to persist with our recalcitrance or docility. Monday sit-at-home is over. That era is gone!
“There is now no need, excuse, or justification for anyone to stay at home on Mondays. All markets, schools, offices, transport services, and economic activities must resume fully and normally from tomorrow. This is the clear and unequivocal order of the Supreme Leader of IPOB.”
According to the statement, Kanu said, “has made it abundantly clear that any individual or group attempting to enforce sit-at-home from this moment forward is acting against his direct command. Such persons are enemies of our people and the Biafran cause. They will be pursued to the ends of the earth and confronted until they are completely defeated.”
The group mentioned that some people are attempting to create fear, stage attacks, or intimidate people into staying indoors under false flags.
“Let it be known that any person or group identified as enforcing or enabling sit-at-home will be confronted wherever they are. Our people must remain vigilant, calm, and law-abiding.
“At the same time, IPOB wishes to make it clear that no state governor has the right to threaten, demolish, or forcibly shut down the businesses of traders who, out of conscience, choose to sit at home in solidarity with our leader.
“Any attempt by Governor Soludo or any other governor to intimidate our people with demolition threats or forced market closures will be firmly resisted,” the statement added.
According to the organization, any market renovation, reconstruction, or enhancement that requires temporary relocation must be done with the cooperation of all stakeholders, and suitable temporary trade places must be supplied before such initiatives begin.
