By Anyi Kings
Published On The Biafra Post
Teach your children, the younger generation, and every child around you our history. Tell them our story. Teach them our values, our struggles, and the sacrifices that shaped our existence.
Tell them about men like Yakubu Gowon, Benjamin Adekunle, Theophilus Danjuma, Murtala Muhammed, Olusegun Obasanjo, and Muhammadu Buhari. Tell them how the Nigerian Civil War brought destruction, suffering, and untold hardship upon millions of Biafrans, with the support and interests of foreign powers including Britain, Russia, America, and some Arab nations.
Do not forget to tell them about the great sons of Biafra who sacrificed everything for the survival and freedom of their people.
Tell them about Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, the man many regard as one of the greatest Igbo leaders to ever live, who dedicated his life to the Biafran cause.
Tell them about Philip Effiong, Colonel Joe Achuzie, Lt. Colonel Onwuatuegwu, Poet Christopher Okigbo, Brigadier Mmaduebo, Brigadier Amadi, Brigadier Nwawo, Captain Ikengwu, Lt. Colonel Ifeajuna, Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu, Captain Armstrong Unegbu, and many others who surrendered their comfort, wealth, and even their lives in defence of Biafran territory and the dignity of their people.
Remember also to tell them about betrayal — about men like Mbanefo, Banjo, Ifeajuna, and others whose actions were seen by many as betrayals against Biafra during its darkest hours.
And tell them too about voices of conscience like Wole Soyinka and others who spoke against the suffering and injustice inflicted upon innocent people, even when it came at great personal cost.
As 30th May approaches, let it not only be a day of remembrance, but also a day of reflection, education, and honour for the millions who suffered and died during the Biafran struggle.
Observe the 30th May sit-at-home in memory of the fallen, the forgotten, and the resilient spirit of Biafra.
Anyi Kings
May 25, 2026
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