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Finland Sentences Simon Ekpa: A Lesson for Nigeria on Justice and Accountability
Ekpa, who styled himself as the “Prime Minister of Biafra Government in Exile,” exploited the pains and frustrations in Nigeria’s Southeast to incite violence, mobilise armed groups, and promote bloodshed through social media. The Finnish court found that his activities crossed the line from political agitation to terrorism – organising armed groups, facilitating weapons acquisition, and urging his followers to commit crimes in Nigeria.
Nigerian government Welcomes Ekpa’s Conviction
The Federal Government of Nigeria has described the conviction of Simon Ekpa for terrorism-related offences and other charges by a Finnish Court as “a major victory” against terrorism. The…
