By CHARLES IWUOHA

The Israeli parliament, the Knesset, has received a delegation of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in Jerusalem.

The Knesset is the unicameral national legislature and supreme governing body of Israel.

The IPOB delegation, led by the Directorate of State (DOS) headed by Mazi Chris Nwaogu, was received by Deputy Speaker of the Knesset, Nissim Vaturi, and Deputy Chairman of the Knesset and Member of the Foreign Affairs and Security Committee, Mrs Limor Son Har-Melech.

IPOB, in a statement on Sunday by spokesman Emma Powerful, described the reception as a milestone in the organization’s peaceful international diplomatic outreach.

The pro-Biafra group thanked the Knesset for the reception, which it further described as brotherly and productive.

It said: “The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), under the leadership of Onyendu Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and coordinated by the Fourth Administration of the Directorate of State headed by Mazi Chris Nwaogu, extends its deepest appreciation and heartfelt gratitude to the Knesset of the State of Israel, particularly His Excellency Nissim Vaturi, Deputy Speaker of the Knesset, and Mrs Limor Son Har-Melech, Deputy Chairman of the Knesset and Member of the Foreign Affairs and Security Committee, for the warm, brotherly, and highly productive reception accorded to our delegation in Jerusalem.

“This historic engagement marks a significant milestone in IPOB’s peaceful international diplomatic outreach. We are sincerely grateful for the solidarity expressed — particularly the recognition that this is a global struggle between good and evil, and that good shall ultimately triumph when principled nations stand together.”

IPOB further noted that the constructive discussions in Jerusalem powerfully echo its leader, Nnamdi Kanu’s longstanding conviction that Biafra’s redemption will be advanced through strategic partnerships with Israel and the United States of America, rooted in shared values of justice, liberty, and human dignity.

The separatist group noted that the people of Biafra share common historical experiences with the Jewish people of Israel.

“The Jewish and Biafran peoples share deep historical affinities forged through persecution, discrimination, displacement, and existential threats. Israel’s rebirth in 1948 remains an enduring inspiration. Today, as Judeo-Christian communities and other minorities face systematic slaughter and genocide across Nigeria, Biafrans are more determined than ever to secure our own future.

“IPOB firmly believes that the restoration of Biafra as an independent sovereign state is the only viable and lasting solution. An independent Biafra will serve as a secure homeland and safe haven for persecuted Judeo-Christians and other vulnerable minorities across Nigeria who are currently threatened with extinction. This will bring genuine peace, security, and stability to the region through respect for universally recognised principles of human rights, self-determination, and international law,” the statement added.

IPOB disclosed that it is engaging in similar diplomatic advocacy in the United States and other countries.

It added: “We welcome this breakthrough in Jerusalem while parallel advocacy continues in Washington, D.C., and other capitals. IPOB remains committed to lawful diplomacy and peaceful engagement. No amount of political pressure or financial influence can permanently suppress a people’s legitimate quest for freedom when pursued with dignity and in accordance with international norms.

“We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to non-violent struggle, the rule of law, and constructive international engagement as championed by Onyendu Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.

“Once again, we thank the Government and people of Israel, the Knesset, Deputy Speaker Nissim Vaturi, Mrs. Limor Son Har-Melech, and all friends of Biafra standing for justice and human rights.”

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