Ekpa cautions British High Commissioner Montgomery against fuelling conflict in Southeast
Simon Ekpa, a popular Biafra agitator and Separatist, has cautioned the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr Richard Montgomery, against fueling conflict in the Southeast.
Ekpa, the Finland-based lawyer and Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile, disclosed on Wednesday through his official Twitter handle.
Montgomery, through his official Twitter handle, wrote on Wednesday, “It was an honour & pleasure to meet Governor Peter Mbah in Enugu, especially to discuss better collaboration on attracting investment, boosting trade and creating more economic opportunities. Lots of ideas to follow up”.
However, Ekpa told Montgomery he could not discuss investment in a conflict zone.
According to him, some of the activities of the British High Commission may be fueling conflicts in the southeast region.
He cautioned Montgomery against disrupting the call for a Biafra referendum.
Ekpa added that supporting the self-referendum of Biafra is supporting lasting peace in the region.
“You are talking about investment in a conflict zone? Are you aware that Biafrans are fighting for an independent state? Your activities with the government will definitely fuel the crises.
“Some of you are benefiting from the conflict. You come to Africa to fuel crises while you enjoy democracy in the UK. Are you not aware that Enugu state is Biafra, and people are sitting at home demanding the release of a UK citizen Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous people of Biafra, who is illegally being detained by Nigeria state? Did they kidnap him from Kenya? In your country, the UK. Do you listen to your citizens, or do the citizens listen to you?
“Through this medium, we, the Biafra people, caution you to desist from fuelling conflict in the South East. There is no way you can have an investment in Biafra territory with the current conflict”, he wrote.
Ekpa’s reaction comes against Montgomery’s meeting with the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, on Tuesday.
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Prolific Super Falcons striker, Asisat Oshoala, has been unveiled as the brand ambassador of MultiChoice Nigeria.
She was chosen to project the brand, especially for its Here For Her SuperSport campaign designed to support female sports.
The chief executive of MultiChoice Nigeria, Mr John Ugbe, explained that the choice of Oshoala as brand ambassador was due to her passion and dedication for the game, which continues to inspire millions across the globe.
“I am especially excited about our partnership with Asisat Oshoala, as I pride myself as an advocate for women, leading a team that comprises an equal split of men and women.
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Commenting on her choice for the campaign, Oshoala said the partnership is about giving hope to the younger generation.
“I really hope this will be long-term because I can see a lot of positivity at the beginning. This is not about me, but about the younger generation coming, the kids that will be hopeful for the future.
“I didn’t have the opportunity to watch a lot of matches while growing up, but here I am, a MultiChoice ambassador.
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“The World Cup is here, MultiChoice will be showing all the matches, and I urge you all to support the Super Falcons,” the footballer said.
Oshoala is one of the biggest football stars from the African continent. She is currently making waves with the Barcelona female team, winning the 2023 Women’s UEFA Champions League and the Spanish League title.
She has enjoyed a spectacular career with loads of trophies and personal awards to her name. She was crowned the African Female Football Player of the Year for 2014, 2015, 2017 and 2019; won the Golden Ball at the 2014 African Women’s Championship and the Golden Boot at the 2016 Africa Women’s Championship.
Her other personal awards include the 2014 U-20 Women’s World Cup Golden Boot and Golden Ball; the 2017 Chinese Women’s League Top Scorer; Queen Of The Pitch Award 2014; BBC Footballer of the Year 2015, and Aiteo Award for Best CAF Player 2017.
Flash: Governor @jidesanwoolu arrives at the residence of former Governor of Lagos State @tundefashola for the latter’s 60th birthday celebration. Congratulations Excellency.
On behalf of my dear wife, Ibijoke, the government, good people of Lagos State as well as leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), I heartily congratulate one of my predecessors in office, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) on the occasion of his Diamond Jubilee birthday.
Our dear BRF, you are a true icon, brother, friend and a worthy ambassador of Lagos State. Your contributions to Lagos and Nigeria at large are immeasurable.
As you begin a new year of life, may it be filled with boundless growth, happiness, and fulfillment. I wish you the very best that life can offer you and your family.
Cheers to many more years of making positive impact.
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