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We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by shortgun(op): 4:24pm On Sep 04, 2025

The people of Anioma in Delta have been called upon to fully embrace their Igbo identity and join hands with their eastern brothers in building a stronger and more united Nigeria.

The Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Prince Ned Nwoko, made the call in Asaba while addressing participants at the conference organised by Igbo Unification Movement in collaboration with the Ndi na Asu Bia Socio-Cultural Organisation, with the theme “Igbo Bu Ofu” (Igbos are One) in Asaba.

The Igbo Unification Movement and Ndi na Asu Bia have in recent years become strong advocacy platforms championing the cultural, historical, and political unity of Igbo-speaking communities across Nigeria, including Anioma (Delta north senatorial district), Igbanke in Edo, and other border areas.

The groups argue that reclaiming a collective Igbo identity is crucial to political strength, cultural revival, and correcting decades of identity distortion.

Speaking at the event, Senator Nwoko commended the organisers for their courage and vision, noting that their efforts align with his long-standing philosophy on Anioma identity and the need for an Anioma State carved out of Delta North.

“There is no argument about our Igbo-ness. I understand history very well. I have a degree in history. I know the migration of the Igbo people, and I know clearly that we, the Anioma, are Igbo. Time has come for us to reverse the old narratives that separated us from our brothers across the Niger,” Nwoko declared.

The lawmaker, who recently sponsored a motion for the creation of Anioma State in the National Assembly, said the agitation is not about politics or personal ambition but about correcting historical imbalances.

This is not about APC, PDP, or Labour Party. It is about identity, justice, and fairness. I have no interest in being governor, but I want Anioma to stand tall with its own state, with Asaba as its capital. That way, we also fulfill the dream of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, which has always recognized Anioma as one of the Igbo states,” he said.

Nwoko also recalled his childhood experience during the Nigerian Civil War when Anioma communities faced ethnic cleansing and were compelled to deny their Igbo identity to survive.

He said the lingering identity crisis from that era must now give way to truth and reconciliation.

He further praised academics and activists, including Professor Abigail Ogwezzy of the University of Lagos, whose research on Anioma linguistics and history has shed light on the people’s Igbo roots.

Highlighting the wider significance of the gathering, Nwoko said:

“The Igbo man is Igbo everywhere, whether from Delta, Imo, or Abia. Just like a Chinese man remains Chinese anywhere in the world, Anioma must rise to embrace its identity. That is the only way we can achieve unity and political relevance.”

The senator urged the Igbo Unification Movement, Ndi na Asu Bia, and other cultural organizations to continue their advocacy, education, and mobilization, stressing that only through such collective effort can the dream of a united Igbo nation and the creation of Anioma State be realised.

https://tribuneonlineng.com/embrace-your-igbo-identity-ned-nwoko-charges-anioma-indigenes/

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Chekwume16(m): 4:52pm On Sep 04, 2025

Yeye man. Doing everything just for politics. We have never denied being igbos. What we are saying is that we don't have the same behaviour with people from the south east. We are very happy people. We don't harbour hatred towards others like they do. We are not oppressive and above all we don't support terrorism like they are doing towards esn. We will never allow anioma to be part of south east. Simple

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Ewuoooo(f): 4:52pm On Sep 04, 2025

Blood is thicker than water. No sane person will be proud to deny his root.

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by yarimo(m): 4:53pm On Sep 04, 2025

Senator Ned looking for IPOB mumu bottom to press oo 🤣🤣

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Felimax(m): 5:03pm On Sep 04, 2025

Wetin be that one?
Proud Ndokwa man here.
Ajayi Crowther did not teach me my language.

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Zooposki(f): 5:09pm On Sep 04, 2025

Chekwume16:
Yeye man. Doing everything just for politics. We have never denied being igbos. What we are saying is that we don't have the same behaviour with people from the south east. We are very happy people. We don't harbour hatred towards others like they do. We are not oppressive and above all we don't support terrorism like they are doing towards esn. We will never allow anioma to be part of south east. Simple

Great. A product of Ajayi Crowther. Congrats.

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by danvon(m): 5:17pm On Sep 04, 2025

Chekwume16:
Yeye man. Doing everything just for politics. We have never denied being igbos. What we are saying is that we don't have the same behaviour with people from the south east. We are very happy people. We don't harbour hatred towards others like they do. We are not oppressive and above all we don't support terrorism like they are doing towards esn. We will never allow anioma to be part of south east. Simple

Even an Nnewi man will also say he doesnt have the same behaviour as those from Mbaise.

But at the end of the day Igbos are all the same, its just a matter of geography.

Anioma, Ikwerre are at the fore front of any conflict hence their peaceful (not so peaceful) stance.

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Adaisback(f): 5:40pm On Sep 04, 2025

My forefathers migrated from Aboh in Anioma part of Delta state and we are proudly Igbo. If you don't like it, go and drink sniper. I refused to deny my Igbo heritage. God forbid o

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Tochi3(m): 5:42pm On Sep 04, 2025

..when known Anioma people & other Professors..saying who they are.. some some people from another region who were given Laptops..will be pokenosing with their ususl gaslighting.. grin

..this one go pain gan..

grin

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by jmoore(m): 5:43pm On Sep 04, 2025

Anioma means good land.

Anioma is an Igbo word.

Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Softmirror: 5:45pm On Sep 04, 2025

Into how many parts will Nigeria be divided into if it should divide. Lol 😂.

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Tochi3(m): 5:49pm On Sep 04, 2025

Chekwume16:
Yeye man. Doing everything just for politics. We have never denied being igbos. What we are saying is that we don't have the same behaviour with people from the south east. We are very happy people. We don't harbour hatred towards others like they do. We are not oppressive and above all we don't support terrorism like they are doing towards esn. We will never allow anioma to be part of south east. Simple

..one more Laptop..one more bullion van.. grin

..where are you coming from sef..pls try to sound coherent..using a fake profile to shout :we"..is an exposure to deceit.. grin

...wetin dey vex you sef..?

grin

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by shortgun(op): 5:52pm On Sep 04, 2025

Chekwume16:
Yeye man. Doing everything just for politics. We have never denied being igbos. What we are saying is that we don't have the same behaviour with people from the south east. We are very happy people. We don't harbour hatred towards others like they do. We are not oppressive and above all we don't support terrorism like they are doing towards esn. We will never allow anioma to be part of south east. Simple

You are Igbo but different from other Igbos. How does that sound to you?

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by WickedAfonja: 6:45pm On Sep 04, 2025

Only a child doesn't know this

Wike says he's not Igbo yet his name is Igbo
Lol

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Racoon(m): 7:01pm On Sep 04, 2025

This is the problem - people don't believe in the truth.

Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by shortgun(op): 7:29pm On Sep 04, 2025

WickedAfonja:
Only a child doesn't know this

Wike says he's not Igbo yet his name is Igbo
Lol

It's self delusion grin

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by chiagozien(m): 7:34pm On Sep 04, 2025

What Yorubas and Hausafulanis did to Delta people doing the war,mouth no fit talk an.

That's why they removed history in school to cover their atrocities.

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by chiagozien(m): 7:38pm On Sep 04, 2025

Chekwume16:
Yeye man. Doing everything just for politics. We have never denied being igbos. What we are saying is that we don't have the same behaviour with people from the south east. We are very happy people. We don't harbour hatred towards others like they do. We are not oppressive and above all we don't support terrorism like they are doing towards esn. We will never allow anioma to be part of south east. Simple

You mean you people in Delta state are omo Igbos?

But Yorubas said you people are not Igbos?

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by chiagozien(m): 7:39pm On Sep 04, 2025

yarimo:
Senator Ned looking for IPOB mumu bottom to press oo 🤣🤣

So why did you you people massacred Delta people during the war when you know they are not Igbos?

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Dalohad: 7:43pm On Sep 04, 2025

Chekwume16:
Yeye man. Doing everything just for politics. We have never denied being igbos. What we are saying is that we don't have the same behaviour with people from the south east. We are very happy people. We don't harbour hatred towards others like they do. We are not oppressive and above all we don't support terrorism like they are doing towards esn. We will never allow anioma to be part of south east. Simple

You be APC?

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by Slytiger: 8:00pm On Sep 04, 2025

chiagozien:
What Yorubas and Hausafulanis did to Delta people doing the war,mouth no fit talk an.

That's why they removed history in school to cover their atrocities.

You mean what you did to the Midwest (Edo and Delta), Ikwerre, and cross river/akwa ibom minorities after annexing them.

Let me post a snippet for you.

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by givedemwotowoto: 8:06pm On Sep 04, 2025

Chekwume16:
Yeye man. Doing everything just for politics. We have never denied being igbos. What we are saying is that we don't have the same behaviour with people from the south east. We are very happy people. We don't harbour hatred towards others like they do. We are not oppressive and above all we don't support terrorism like they are doing towards esn. We will never allow anioma to be part of south east. Simple

If e sure for you, tell us something about Anioma that can’t be found on the internet by Amaechi laptop recipients cheesy

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by shortgun(op): 9:53pm On Sep 04, 2025

yarimo:
Senator Ned looking for IPOB mumu bottom to press oo 🤣🤣

To you every Igbo person is IPOB right?

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by zeuss: 10:10pm On Sep 04, 2025

Chekwume16:
Yeye man. Doing everything just for politics. We have never denied being igbos. What we are saying is that we don't have the same behaviour with people from the south east. We are very happy people. We don't harbour hatred towards others like they do. We are not oppressive and above all we don't support terrorism like they are doing towards esn. We will never allow anioma to be part of south east. Simple

lateef olowokekere is that you?

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by caleboxylic: 11:01pm On Sep 04, 2025

Felimax:
Wetin be that one?
Proud Ndokwa man here.
Ajayi Crowther did not teach me my language.

Ajayi didn't teach anybody language. He never spoke igbo in his lifetime.

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by chrisxxx(m): 11:34pm On Sep 04, 2025

danvon:
Even an Nnewi man will also say he doesnt have the same behaviour as those from Mbaise.

But at the end of the day Igbos are all the same, its just a matter of geography.

Anioma, Ikwerre are at the fore front of any conflict hence their peaceful (not so peaceful) stance.

Remove Ikwerre from your mouth. Ikwerre has never identified or sought any relationship with Igbo. Please look for your Igbos and keep Ikwerres out of it.

Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by chrisxxx(m): 11:37pm On Sep 04, 2025

Slytiger:
You mean what you did to the Midwest (Edo and Delta), Ikwerre, and cross river/akwa ibom minorities after annexing them.

Let me post a snippet for you.

My uncle was buried alive by ele Isoma. He was from Elioparanwo and was buried in Ogbogoro. He came to inspect his fishing trap when Biafran Army apprehended him.

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Re: We Faced Ethnic Cleansing In Delta State,Forced To Deny Being Igbos—Sen. Nwoko by shortgun(op): 1:03am On Sep 05, 2025*

chrisxxx:
My uncle was buried alive by ele Isoma. He was from Elioparanwo and was buried in Ogbogoro. He came to inspect his fishing trap when Biafran Army apprehended him.

All these atrocities was done by the Nigerian troops during the war get your facts right.

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