According to a report by The Nation Nigeria on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced the termination of the Monday sit-at-home directive across the South-East, stating that the instruction came directly from its detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu.
According to a statement circulated on social media by Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, the directive takes immediate effect, with residents urged to resume normal economic and social activities across the region.
The group explained that the decision was taken to allow schools, businesses, markets and public services to operate without disruptions, while also reducing fear and uncertainty that had accompanied the weekly shutdown in several communities.
IPOB emphasized that the new directive was issued personally by Kanu and insisted that anyone seeking clarification could verify the instruction through proper legal channels linked to him.
The organisation declared that the era of compulsory Monday shutdowns had ended and called on residents to return fully to their daily routines, including sending children back to school and reopening businesses.
It further warned that any person or group attempting to continue enforcing the sit-at-home order would be acting contrary to Kanu’s position and, according to the statement, undermining the group’s objectives.
The group also cautioned residents to remain watchful for possible acts aimed at creating panic or confusion that could discourage people from resuming normal activities. It urged communities to remain peaceful while carrying on with their lawful pursuits.
While encouraging a return to normalcy, IPOB maintained that individuals who voluntarily choose to stay home should not face harassment or intimidation. It argued that state authorities should avoid actions that could be interpreted as punitive toward traders or business owners making personal decisions.
The statement also addressed issues relating to markets undergoing renovation or relocation, stressing that such decisions should involve consultations with stakeholders and include provisions for temporary trading locations to minimize disruption.
IPOB noted that ending the sit-at-home exercise was part of efforts to restore economic activity, social stability and regional unity. The group reiterated that its campaign remains focused on achieving what it described as justice and dignity for people in the region.
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