#FreeNnamdiKanu Protest Grounds Activities in Ebonyi

Economic and social activities were brought to a halt across Ebonyi State on Monday as residents observed a sit-at-home in solidarity with calls for the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.

Although there were no open demonstrations or processions, The Guardian observed that businesses, schools, government offices, banks, and markets all remained closed. Major roads in Abakaliki, the state capital, were deserted, with only a few commercial motorcyclists and tricycle operators seen within the city centre.

Motor parks were shut, and vehicular movement was minimal across the state, including along major routes such as Water Works Road, Ogoja Road, Afikpo Road, and Gunning Street. The Ezzama–Oshiri–Onicha–Okposi–Uburu axis also recorded no vehicular activity.

Security personnel were stationed at key locations to maintain order but later relaxed their presence after confirming that the situation was calm and residents were peaceful.

When The Guardian visited parts of the state capital, empty streets and locked shops reflected total compliance with the sit-at-home directive.

Speaking to journalists in Abakaliki, the Commander of the Ebonyi State Neighbourhood Watch, Mr. Victor Chibuoyi, commended residents for maintaining peace, noting that while peaceful protest is a constitutional right, it must never be used to incite violence.

He added that his men were deployed across the state to ensure safety and prevent any form of breakdown of law and order.

The #FreeNnamdiKanu protest, which has spread across parts of the Southeast, continues to draw national attention as agitators demand the unconditional release of the IPOB leader currently held by the Federal Government.