The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in the U.S. is organising a peaceful mass protest in Washington, D.C., to oppose a Nigerian government delegation reportedly visiting the U.S. to “polish Nigeria’s image.”

Key points from IPOB’s statement:

• The protest aims to highlight alleged ethnic and religious violence in Nigeria, including killings, forced displacement, and church burnings.
• IPOB’s media secretary, Emma Powerful, described the demonstration as “peaceful but unmistakably powerful,” urging Biafrans, Judeo-Christian groups, Yoruba Nation supporters, and Middle Belt communities in the diaspora to unite.
• The protest is positioned in solidarity with former U.S. President Donald Trump, who recently designated Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged attacks on Christians.
• IPOB accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of attempting to deceive the international community about Nigeria’s security and religious freedom situation.
• The group referenced IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, highlighting his warnings of systematic attacks on Judeo-Christian populations prior to his detention.
• Details on the date, time, and location of the protest are to be announced.

Context:

• Donald Trump condemned attacks on Christians in Nigeria, threatening that the U.S. military could intervene if killings continue.
• President Tinubu and the Nigerian government deny allegations of genocide or systematic targeting of Christians, emphasizing constitutional protections for religious freedom and ongoing efforts to address security challenges nationwide.

The protest reflects escalating diaspora activism around Nigeria’s internal security issues and religious tensions, and it is likely to attract international attention once it takes place.