The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has commended the newly inaugurated 4th Directorate of State (DOS) for what it described as a landmark diplomatic breakthrough following its participation in the Civil Society Presentation of the Cole-Moore Recommendations held in Washington, D.C., United States.
In a statement issued by IPOB's spokesperson and Media and Publicity Secretary, Comrade Emma Powerful, the group praised the leadership of the 4th Directorate of State, headed by Mazi Chris Nwaọgụ, for advancing the movement's international engagement strategy and strengthening its campaign for Biafra's self-determination.
According to the statement, the delegation included the Head of the 4th Directorate of State, Mazi Chris Nwaọgụ, the group's United States Diplomatic Representative, Mike Arnold, Dr. Green, and other IPOB officials based in the United States.
IPOB said the event provided an opportunity to present what it described as the humanitarian, security, and human rights challenges facing people in Nigeria before an audience comprising policymakers, members of civil society, congressional stakeholders, and other influential figures.
The group maintained that Nigeria's challenges are structural and argued that self-determination remains the most peaceful and democratic solution to the country's recurring security, political, and ethnic tensions.
Describing the Washington engagement as a significant milestone, IPOB said the participation reflected renewed momentum in its international advocacy efforts and marked a fresh phase in the movement's diplomatic campaign under the leadership structure inaugurated by its detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu.
The group further stated that the engagement demonstrated the ability of the new Directorate of State to pursue one of its key mandates of expanding international awareness of the Biafra cause while working to reunify members across the globe.
IPOB also acknowledged the contributions of its supporters in the United States and the wider diaspora, saying their continued advocacy and commitment have sustained the movement over the years.
Calling for unity among its members, the organisation urged supporters worldwide to rally behind the current leadership and remain committed to what it described as the struggle for self-determination.
The statement concluded by describing the Washington event as another step forward in the movement's campaign, expressing optimism that its diplomatic efforts would continue to gain international attention.