The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has officially announced the end of the long-standing Monday sit-at-home directive across the South-East region, effective from Monday, February 9, 2026.
Newsonspot reports that the group disclosed that the directive was issued by its leader, Onyendu Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, who instructed residents to resume their normal daily activities without fear or pressure.
IPOB spokesperson, Emma Powerful, confirmed that the cancellation is final, warning that anyone or group attempting to enforce a sit-at-home order in the future would be acting against Kanu’s directive and the movement’s objectives.
He stated that markets, schools, offices, transport services, and other economic activities should operate fully every Monday, marking the end of compulsory shutdowns.
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IPOB also urged residents to remain calm and law-abiding, while staying alert to any intimidation or violence from individuals trying to undermine the directive. The group added that no state government should intimidate or penalise traders for their business decisions, stressing that any market redevelopment or relocation must involve proper consultation and alternative trading locations.
Parents were encouraged to send their children back to school, while communities were urged to restore normal life, as the decision reflects IPOB’s commitment to unity, dignity, and justice in the South-East.
The suspension of the Monday sit-at-home order is seen as a major turning point for the region, with hopes that it will revive economic activities, rebuild confidence, and reduce long-standing disruptions if sustained peacefully.
