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Ahead of the showdown between Anambra state government and the Indigenous People Of Biafra IPOB this Monday 2nd February sit at home order, fresh confusion emerged over the reality of the name Comerade Emma Powerful used as the Spokesman of the body .
Three hours before now exactly 8.30 pm Saturday a statement was credited to one Chukwujadibia Edoziem who claims to be the Head Of Directorate of State describing the name Emma Powerful as a psudonam stating that the name has been so much abused and misused by fifth columnists who have been capitalizing on the name to misrepresent IPOB .
According to Edoziem, from now henceforth, the name Emma Powerful no longer speak for the body adding that every statement from it must be accompanied with the official letterhead of IPOB .
He also noted that IPOB is not in support of the February 2nd Sit At Home Order dismissing it as one not coming from the body .
However reports later came that the name Emma Powerful which was described as a psudonam had resigned giving reasons that his belief in the Biafran struggle and his passion have become a disappointment.
The report read this ;
Comrade Emma Powerful, the Spokesperson, Media, and Publicity Secretary of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has formally resigned from his position.
His resignation followed the controversial sit-at-home order issued for Monday, February 2, 2026, which the leadership of IPOB reportedly considered detrimental to the development of the South-East region.
As a result of the directive, the IPOB leadership barred him from further speaking on behalf of the organization.
In his resignation letter, released on Saturday night, Emma Powerful stated that after deep reflection, consultation with his conscience, and careful consideration of recent developments within the movement, he had decided to step down from his role, effective Friday, January 31, 2026.
He said that the decision was not taken lightly.
“I have served with commitment, discipline, and loyalty, believing strongly in the ideals of justice, equity, and truth that originally inspired my involvement,” “However, the unfolding realities, internal contradictions, and emerging approaches being adopted in recent times have made it increasingly difficult for me to continue in this capacity in good conscience.”he said.
He further noted that continuing in silence or acting as though everything was normal would amount to a betrayal of his principles.
“It has become clear to me that remaining silent or proceeding as though all is well would constitute self-betrayal and a departure from the values I stand for. I believe that every individual must know when to step aside rather than compromise deeply held convictions,” he stated.
Emma Powerful announced that January 31, 2026, marked his final day of issuing any statements or press releases in any capacity connected to IPOB, warning that any publication or communication bearing his name after that date should not be attributed to him.
He expressed gratitude to those who supported his work and stood by him throughout his tenure.
“I remain grateful to all who believed in my work, supported my efforts, and stood for truth at various times. I wish everyone well as they navigate the path ahead. History will judge us all,” he added.
This development has further created cracks within the ranks of IPOB over the authenticity of of who is in charge of the body hence deepening the confusion in the separatists group.
