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| Protesters with Igbo flags demand justice |
Gen. Ibrahim Babangida made a claim in his new book. He said the 1966 coup was not an Igbo coup. His book is titled A Journey in Service. His claim came as a shock to many.
The Igbo apex group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, met on Sunday. They voiced deep pain over past events. They asked President Bola Tinubu for a public apology. They also demanded N10 trillion in compensation.
They claim the coup led to long-lasting harm. The events sparked the Biafra war. The war brought deep loss and pain. Many lives were cut short. The group says the pain still lingers.
Reports suggest three million Igbo people died. Many were innocent women and children. The loss of life cuts deep in the Igbo heart. Okechukwu Isiguzoro spoke for the group. He said an apology would help ease old scars.
The group sees the demand as a step toward healing. They believe that truth can mend old wounds. They say an honest talk about history is needed. Their words show clear sorrow and hope.
Babangida’s book has stirred a fresh debate. New details make people rethink the past. Many now view history with new eyes. The book has reopened old discussions.
Leaders of Ohanaeze Ndigbo stress the need for truth. They call for honest views on past events. They argue that facing history can help the nation move on. Their demand is simple: an apology and fair compensation.
This news has sparked a lively talk on social media. People share thoughts with care and respect. Some say the past cannot be changed. Others feel that facing old wounds is a must. Many believe that healing starts with truth.
Historians remind us that the 1966 events left deep scars. They note that the war reshaped many lives. They ask for a clear and honest dialogue on history.
This update invites you to share your views. Open talk may help the nation heal. The call for justice is a plea for peace and truth.