Federica Mogherini, European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security has replied Biafra agitators and the Organization of Emerging African States (OEAS) over their call for a referendum.
The OEAS had earlier requested that the European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security utilizes their good office to help bring about a referendum for Biafra’s independence.
The OEAS also called for release of all Biafran political prisoners, a stand down of Nigerian forces, and a snap referendum to be held within 90 days.
In response to their request, Mogherini replied Dr., Jonathan Levy, OEAS Chief Administrative Officer, stressing that, the European Union’s official position is that while it has strong diplomatic and economic ties with Nigeria, “protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms remains a priority for the EU and we encourage the authorities [Nigeria] in every occasion to respect such rights.”
The EU went on to advise the OEAS and Biafrans that self-determination and border changes must be in accordance with established international law. The OEAS has called for an internationally recognized referendum on Biafra independence or autonomy. The EU has indicated it will only recognize a Biafra born via international law and not armed secession.
To achieve a referendum, the OEAS advises all nonviolent means should be utilized including general strikes, economic boycotts, work actions, demonstrations, lawsuits, and civil disobedience. Nigeria is a member of The International Labor Organization (ILO). The ILO recognizes the right to engage in general strikes and the right to strike is also recognized in the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights of 1966 (Article 8(1)(d)). Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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Where was OEAS during the IRA fight for autonomy from Great Britain to advise them about conducting a Referendum?
ReplyDeleteIlliterate, what concerns Organization of Emerging African States(OEAS) with IRA and Britain. OEAS is an organization that concerns African states not European states.
DeleteMumu they are talking about African states and you are talking of Britain. Read before you comment
DeleteGbam! Lets see how many of my brothers from Alaba International, Trade Fair auto parts market, Idumota, Nnewi, Awka and other igbo markets will be ready to go on strike for the next 30days (minimum) to press home their demands for Biafra, amongst other things. Independence/Secession is not a child play.
ReplyDeleteGuy, why you dey vex now? They do not have to leave nigeria if they join Biafra. They will be able to remain in Nigeria as foreign nationals so don't worry.
DeleteGuy, why you dey vex now? They do not have to leave nigeria if they join Biafra. They will be able to remain in Nigeria as foreign nationals so don't worry.
DeleteHe said go on strike or close shop in solidarity. Not leave Nigeria
DeleteI predicted it, now it is coming into reality. These people are now getting some international attentions, with Buhari administration treating their case with kids gloves. Well, as events are unfolding, we are watching.
ReplyDeleteWe are going. Bye bye 🙋 Naijulia
ReplyDeleteThe OEAS also called for release of all Biafran political prisoners, a stand down of Nigerian forces, and a snap referendum to be held within 90 days....GOOD NEWS & THANK GOD...BIAFRAN REPUBLIC WILL BE BORN
ReplyDeleteThe OEAS also called for release of all Biafran political prisoners, a stand down of Nigerian forces, and a snap referendum to be held within 90 days....GOOD NEWS & THANK GOD...BIAFRAN REPUBLIC WILL BE BORN
ReplyDeleteNext thing you come down to the East, make sure that you have your visa.
ReplyDeleteFool, wat is in d east thet ure proud of.
DeleteBuhari and his Brutai will soon go to the Hague
ReplyDeleteIts a shame to igbo who never develop dere buh rather develop another tribs land now dey call for biafra i pity una biafran must go
ReplyDeleteGood news! Dis has shocked all d cattle rearers ,this light of Biafra shall shines. Freedom for Biafra is Freedom for Africa
ReplyDeleteI dunno whos holding dis igbo from going sef. They are too greedy and selfish to b a nation. Once they have d independence, theyll start fighting themselves. Its just their nature and a matter of time.
ReplyDeleteTrue talk
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ReplyDeleteI think is time for me to prepare taking over some chops in Ladipo spare part market..... If you are going then you should go finally, continue your machandise in Biafra country and not Nigeria. Donald Trump model.....If you leave then you are gone totally.
ReplyDeleteFIGHT ON GUYS. WE ARE BEHIND YOU. FREEDOM IS COMING TOMORROW.
ReplyDeleteTo what effect will the non-violent means of agitation be? Some regions in Nigeria can strike forever and nothing except hunger will come out of it. All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others.
ReplyDeleteCan't Buhari learn from Abraham Lincoln who is seen as d best America President by uniting d North and South of America, and also stop d slavery of d black? Can't Buhari unit d entire Nigeria and stop d slavery of d Igbo that he will be known as one of d best Nigeria President?
ReplyDeleteYou just do not understand what are involved. Biafrans are insatiable. The best option is for them to leave once a referendum confirms that their agitation is popular. The only thing is that once they are free from their enemy (Nigeria), they would begin to fight among themselves. The question is the issues they are using to canvass their position did not begin with Buhari. If you see the way they massively came out to vote for Jonathan to continue as the president of this same Nigeria that they are condemning now, you will know that the actual goal was not secession but domination. It does not take any ingenuity to know that this agitation is an after effect of Jonathan's loss at the election. A people that had secession as their goal would not massively go out to vote for one of them to continue as president of a country that they were intent on seceding from.
DeleteBiafra agitation cannot be swept under the carpet to aviod hoodlums hijacking it to violence.But the Biafran should take a deep inward look at the loss and benefits.
ReplyDeleteHonestly, this agitation is a selfishly motivated without the interest of their people.
Their States are the only States in in Nigeria with most leadership issues. So tell me how will Biafra stand. They had better stay and let remain the one and beauty nation."Nigeria "
They shd let this Igbos go sef becos I know they cannot stay in thier country and then we will not give them visa charge them high import rates. Nothing dey east
ReplyDeleteGood news for Nigeria! I think the Buhari Administration should take the Biafra thing seriously; there is no better time to do so. Self determination is a right of peoples recognized by the international community. The Igbos want to go, let them go. Just let them know that as they leave, they lose the pride of place they have enjoyed in Nigeria: the least contributors to the common wealth, and the highest beneficiaries of same.
ReplyDeleteZoo will collapse if Biafra is achieved.
ReplyDeleteZoo will collapse if Biafra is achieved.
ReplyDeleteWhat's stopping us for allowing them have their own Country. They should be given the opportunity but the truth is this it won't work. They will fail to vote during referendum to go on their own. I know a lot of them will vote against it. So let's watch and see as it unfolds....
ReplyDeleteIt would be a curse to Nigeria if their referendum does not favour secession. Nothing would satisfy them except if they can dominate every other people and tribe in Nigeria. Only their exit can bring about peace.
Deletesince 2016, i have been thanking God as Biafra is breaking forth.All enemies of Biafra will believe God even the false prophets among us.come and pop champagne with me
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