@biaframissiontv: Biafra Day: A Time for Remembrance. Date: May 30, 2024 Background: The Nigerian Civil War, also known as the Biafran War, raged from 1967 to 1970. It was a brutal conflict that left scars on our collective memory. The Republic of Biafra, led by Colonel Chukwuemeka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, seceded from Nigeria, resulting in a devastating war that claimed over 3 million lives⁴. Why May 30? On May 30, 1967, Colonel Ojukwu declared Biafra's secession, marking the beginning of the war. Since then, this date has been observed as "Biafra Day," a day to honor those who fought and died during the conflict⁷. Their courage and sacrifice remain etched in our hearts. Memorial Service: The World Igbo Congress (WIC) calls for Nigeria's Civil War Memorial Day on May 30. We remember not only the fallen heroes and heroines but also the countless lives lost due to starvation and hardship during the blockade of Biafra's airspace. These brave souls stood up for our way of life, paying the ultimate price for our freedom⁶. Theme: This year's Biafran War memorial service theme is "54 Years after the war, what has changed in Nigeria?" Let us reflect on the journey since then and continue pressing for a better future for Ndigbo, no matter the challenges we face⁶. Our Call: As Ndigbo, we owe no apology for honoring our fallen Biafran heroes and heroines. Let us come together, remember, and pay our respects. Join us on May 30, 2024, at 6:00 PM Alaigbo time, as we commemorate their legacy and strive for a brighter tomorrow⁶. 🙏 Let us never forget their sacrifice. May their souls rest in eternal peace. Amen. #BiafraDay #RememberingOurHeroes #NeverForget Sources: (1) Remembering Nigeria's Biafra war that many prefer to forget - BBC. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-51094093. (2) IPOB insists on May 30 Biafra Heroes Rememberance Day. https://dailypost.ng/2024/05/28/ipob-insists-on-may-30-biafra-heroes-rememberance-day/. (3) Biafra Day: Group presses for May 30 as Memorial Day - Vanguard News. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/05/biafra-day-group-presses-for-may-30-as-memorial-day/. (4) Remembering Nigeria's Biafra war that many prefer to forget. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51094093. (5) Biafra at 50: Nigeria's civil war explained.

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