MASSOB backs Aguene-led Ohanaeze Ndigbo Lagos

The Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra, MASSOB, has declared support for authenticity of Chief Solomon Aguene as the President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Lagos State.

Leader of MASSOB, Comrade Uchenna Madu said that it's support is based on the the judgment of Justice L.A.M. Folami of the Ikeja division of the Lagos State High Court on April 12, 2022, which confirmed Aguene as the legitimate president of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Lagos state. 

Madu also asked all and sundry to ignore the Igbo Day celebration being organized by a rival group against Aguene which the MASSOB leader described as imposters.

"These impostors are posing a serious threat to the unity and peace of the Igbo community in Lagos state. We regard their self-imposed leadership as not only illegal but also as a blatant disrespect to the traditions and structures that represent the interests of Ndigbo. 

"The actions of these individuals are seen as acts of disobedience to Chief Senator John Azuta Mbata led Ohanaeze Ndigbo and to the wishes of the true Igbo leaders and the wider community. We are particularly concerned that such divisive actions could lead to strife and incite unwarranted violence against Igbos residing in Lagos State," Madu said.

MASSOB reiterated the importance of adhering to established leadership and decisions to maintain unity and respect within the Igbo community.