Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has warned Igbo coming home for Christmas to take extra security measures for the protection of their family members.
The Nnamdi Kanu-led group disclosed this in a statement yesterday, saying it has uncovered plans by some criminal elements to cause problems in some parts of Imo and Anambra state.
The advisory comes on the back of Imo state Government’s assurance to travelers coming to the state during the yuletide of security
The group in its travel advisory to Igbo in Diaspora and across the country wishing to travel home during the yuletide, cited Nnewi South, Ihiala-Igboukwu-Orlu road, among other places as flashpoints for security breaches during the period.
Apart from these areas, IPOB mentioned some roads in the two states which it said have become death zones.
They include; Nnewi-Ukpor-Isseke Road, Orsumoghu-Mbosi Road, Azia junction road to Orsumoghu Junction, Isseke to Ubuluihejiofo Road, Isseke to Orsumoghu Road and Orsumoghu to Orsuihiteukwa, Ihitenansa link road to Eke ututu, all in Imo and Anambra States.
The secessionist group however said it has taken extra security measures to ensure hitch-free celebrations by deploying the Eastern Security Network, ESN, its armed security wing to ensure the protection of returnees.
“Biafrans should not be intimidated by sponsored criminals from not returning home for Christmas. However, we advise our people to take the following travel advice seriously and be on their guard.
IPOB said, “People should inform their families and friends when they are travelling and what routes they may be taking.
“Anybody coming to Nnewi South, Ihiala – Igboukwu – Orlu road should be very careful. Also, be very careful at the Total filling station at Ihiala junction.”
The Governor Hope Uzodinma-led government had three days ago allayed the fears about the security situation in the state.
“I use this opportunity to once again call on our brothers and sisters in the Diaspora, and other tourists to feel safe and free to come home for Christmas and New Year festivities without any fear. His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Odidika Uzodimma through the help of God has restored peace and security of life and property in Imo State,” said the state Commissioner for Tourism, Rev Jerry Egbule Egemba
