The Abia State Police Command has declared six persons wanted over their alleged involvement in activities linked to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
The individuals named by the command are Chukwuebuka Ohaechesi, Emma Okonkwo, Jude Uwa, Gentle Okoro, Uchenna Dike and Emmanuel Nwankwo.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eguavon Omokaro, the command alleged that the six individuals are suspected IPOB members who have participated in protests held at different times and locations across the state.
According to the statement, the demonstrations were organised in connection with the continued detention of IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, and calls for justice through the judicial process.
The police alleged that the protests led to breaches of peace and disruption of public order in parts of Abia State, adding that investigations by the Police Intelligence Department identified the named individuals as principal organisers and coordinators of the demonstrations.
The statement further alleged that the suspects and their associates usually gather every May 30 for activities marking the remembrance of Biafra and hold meetings aimed at promoting the Biafran cause and demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu.
Dishonoured invitations
According to the command, the six individuals were invited on several occasions for questioning over the allegations but failed to honour the invitations.
The police said the first invitation was issued on December 18, 2025, followed by another on February 7, 2026, and a third on March 3, 2026, but the suspects allegedly failed to appear on all occasions.
“As a result, the Abia State Police Command has formally declared the six individuals wanted,” the statement said.
The command appealed to members of the public to provide useful information that could lead to the arrest and prosecution of the suspects, assuring that informants would be adequately rewarded.
The declaration is linked to allegations surrounding pro-Biafra activities, demonstrations over the detention of Nnamdi Kanu and alleged association with IPOB, a group that has remained under security scrutiny by Nigerian authorities.
