Nnamdi Kanu Dissolves IPOB Leadership, Names US-Based Administrator

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has announced the dissolution of the movement’s third Directorate of State (DOS) administration and the inauguration of a fourth administration, appointing United States-based Nigerian, Mazi Chris Nwaọgụ, as the new head.

Kanu, who was convicted of treason-related charges and is serving jail in Sokoto prison, made the announcement on Wednesday in a statement he personally signed and obtained by THE WHISTLER.

According to Kanu, the restructuring was carried out under the authority vested in him as IPOB’s Supreme Leader, adding that the decision was aimed at repositioning the movement’s leadership structure and strengthening internal coordination.

“I hereby dissolve the 3rd Administration of the Directorate of State (DOS) and inaugurate the 4th Administration with immediate effect,” Kanu said in the statement.

He added that the new leadership was expected to “assume immediate responsibility for the administration, coordination, and day-to-day management of IPOB affairs.”

He explained that the appointment of Mazi Chris Nwaọgụ was in line with efforts to ensure what he described as improved organisational efficiency.

“Pursuant to the authority vested in me as Supreme Leader, I have appointed Mazi Chris Nwaọgụ, based in the United States of America, as the new Head of the Directorate of State,” he stated.

Kanu said the decision followed what he described as a careful assessment of the outgoing administration’s performance, noting that leadership within the movement carries the responsibility of safeguarding members and advancing its broader objectives.

“Any administration entrusted with IPOB affairs must protect the movement, defend its integrity, and advance its strategic goals,” he said.

He further alleged that the dissolved administration fell short in key areas, including internal cohesion, communication management, and the welfare of detained supporters.

According to him, “The abandonment of detained members and internal distractions weakened the effectiveness of the movement at a critical time.”

The statement also announced the establishment of an Elders Advisory Council, which Kanu said would provide strategic guidance and institutional support to the new structure.

He described the broader reorganisation as necessary for “organisational renewal, discipline, and restoration of unity within the movement.”

Kanu directed all IPOB structures worldwide to recognise the new administration and cooperate with its leadership, adding that the changes were intended to refocus the movement on its stated objectives of self-determination, justice, and internal restructuring.

Others he appointed are Mazi Solomon Egbo – Deputy Head of Directorate of State, Nwada Ogwu Nnennaya Anya I. – Head of Finance & Budget Planning,
Mazi Chigozie Okekenta – Coordinators of Coordinators (COC), Dr. Chukwudi Nwogwugwu – Head of Medical & Welfare Planning, Barrister Ikechukwu Onuoha – Head of Media and
Comrade Emma Powerful – Spokesperson/Media & Publicity Secretary.

Kanu also apoointed Mazi Teri Nemi — African Continental Representative,
Mazi Ndidi Awurum — North America Continental Representative,
Mazi Tochukwu Ikwuanusi — North America Continental Representative,
Mazi George Umeh — European Continental Representative,
Nwada Oyitaghan Ejiro — Deputy European Continental Representative, and Mazi Ace Ndulor-Egbulem — Canada National Coordinator.

The rest are Mazi Chukwuemeka Anoliefo — Asia Continental Representative,
Mazi Prince Chimezie Alozie — Middle East Continental Representative,
Nwada Bridget Okafor — Woman Leader,
Mrs. Rachel Nwosu — Israel Diplomatic Representative to IPOB Leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu,
Mr. Michael Statter — UK Diplomatic Representative to IPOB Leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu,
Mr. Mike Arnold — US Diplomatic Representative to IPOB Leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and
Mrs. Mercy Statter — European Women Coordinator.

Kanu also made what he called special appointments are Mazi Abraham Ogbenna — Germany National Coordinator, Mazi Charles Okeke — Germany Deputy National Coordinator,
Mazi Romanus Obichukwukamadu Uguru — Italian National Coordinator,
Mazi Shedrack Nwafor — Italian Deputy National Coordinator, and
Mazi Simon Chibueze — Switzerland National Coordinator, Mazi Christopher Aka — Switzerland Deputy National Coordinator and
Mazi Paul Achebe — PRO Italy.