Mazi Chris Nwaọgụ has formally accepted his appointment as the Head of the 4th Administration of the Directorate of State (DOS) of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), outlining key priorities for the movement under the new leadership structure.
In an acceptance speech dated June 18, 2026, Nwaọgụ described his appointment as a sacred responsibility and pledged loyalty to IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, reaffirming commitment to the movement’s objectives.
He paid tribute to Kanu, praising his resilience and continued leadership despite years of detention and legal challenges. Nwaọgụ also acknowledged detained IPOB members and supporters who, according to him, have made significant sacrifices for the movement.
According to the newly appointed DOS head, the administration’s first priority is the unconditional release of Kanu and other detained IPOB members.
He also announced plans to intensify diplomatic engagements across the United States, Europe, and Israel as part of broader efforts to advance international awareness of IPOB’s demands and the broader Biafra question.
On security, Nwaọgụ stated that the movement remains committed to supporting lawful efforts aimed at protecting communities in the South-East amid rising security concerns.
Addressing public perception, he said one of the biggest challenges facing IPOB during Kanu’s detention has been what he described as misinformation linking the group and the Eastern Security Network (ESN) to insecurity in the region.
He stated that a major focus of the new administration would be to improve public communication, counter misinformation, and present IPOB’s position more effectively through facts, engagement, and advocacy.
Nwaọgụ further called for unity and discipline within the movement, urging members to move beyond internal disputes and focus on collective goals.
He stressed that IPOB remains committed to peaceful self-determination and reiterated the group’s longstanding position that a referendum remains the most democratic means for the people of the South-East to determine their political future.
He also referenced the ongoing political conversation surrounding the future of Ndigbo, noting that IPOB would remain actively engaged in discussions concerning the political aspirations of the Igbo people.
In his speech, Nwaọgụ expressed appreciation to members of the dissolved 3rd DOS administration for their contributions during what he described as a difficult period for the movement.
He emphasized that the transition represents an opportunity for renewal, unity, and strategic realignment rather than division.
The full composition of the 4th Administration of the Directorate of State is expected to be formally unveiled in the coming days through official IPOB communication channels.
The acceptance speech concluded with a renewed call for unity, discipline, and commitment to the movement’s goals under the leadership of Nnamdi Kanu.
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