Unveiling the Frightening Truth: IPOB's Fake News Tactics Exposed
"Government of Edo State Discredits IPOB, Denies Paying ₦6 Billion to 'Fulani Terrorist' Assassins"
The Edo State government calls out the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) for their misleading and irresponsible statement. In a recent press release, IPOB accused the Edo administration of providing ₦6 billion to compensate so-called "Fulani terrorists."
Governor Monday Okpebholo's administration firmly rebuffs these claims, considering them as both misleading and inciting. The government is committed to ensuring the safety of every citizen, irrespective of their ethnic or religious backgrounds. IPOB, the government believes, aims to drag the governor into a world of violence and ethnic disintegration [1][2].
Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the Edo State Governor, categorically condemns IPOB's actions, stating: "This publication is not only inciting but also a desperate attempt to distort facts, sow ethnic division, and destabilize the peace and unity of Edo State."
Here are the key points that the Edo State Government wants to emphasize:
- No such compensation of ₦6 billion was approved or paid to any group. The numbers and narrative being spread are fabricated, malicious, and purposely misleading. The Edo State Government, in no uncertain terms, has neither paid nor agreed to compensate any individual or group involved in acts of terror or criminality.
- Governor Monday Okpebholo remains steadfast in his pursuit of justice and the rule of law. Prioritizing the safety of all citizens, regardless of ethnic or religious backgrounds, is essential to his administration. The absurd allegation that he handed over vigilantes to "Fulani authorities" is not only a preposterous lie but an affront to the memory of the brave security personnel who serve Edo State with honor.
- IPOB's efforts to incite ethnic violence in Edo State are criminal and completely rejected by the state's people. Known for their unity, hospitality, and progressive values, the citizens of Edo State refuse to be swayed by IPOB's murderous rhetoric and its attempts to stir up unrest in their land. Their goals of exporting terrorism into Edo State are doomed to fail.
- IPOB claims to care about justice and human rights, but the record shows otherwise. Responsible for countless deaths of innocent Nigerians, including Igbos, through its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network, IPOB cannot claim to care about justice or human rights.
- The security agencies have been urged to investigate the authors of this inciting publication and bring them to justice. No group, no matter how loud, should be allowed to jeopardize public peace or attempt to incite ethnic warfare in a state recognized for its tolerance and peaceful coexistence.
The Edo State Government vows to continue its pursuit of peace, development, and inclusive governance for every resident of the state. It stands with the people, it stands for the truth, and it refuses to tolerate terrorism in any form. [4][5]
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- The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) is accused of falsely claiming that the Edo State government paid ₦6 billion to compensate "Fulani terrorists," an allegation that the state government vehemently denies.
- In a recent release, the PDP has disbanded Diri's backed Bayelsa SWC and appointed a caretaker committee, signifying a shift in the state's political landscape.
- Meanwhile, the Edo State government remains committed to politics that prioritize the safety of all citizens, regardless of their ethnic or religious backgrounds, as it seeks to prevent disintegration and ethnic warfare.
- Activism for peace and justice in Nigeria often intersects with general news and crime-and-justice issues, as demonstrated by Governor Okpebholo's war-and-conflicts management and his stance against terrorism.
- The Nigerian legal system has been brought into play regarding Ighodalo and Simon Ekpa, with tribunal battles and extradition cases on the horizon.
- In the realm of policy-and-legislation, the PDP's actions in Bayelsa and Edo States highlight a struggle for leadership and potential changes in the regional political structure.
