The Government of Abia State said has alleged that it is a disgruntled politician that has been sponsoring and funding the Movement for the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB).
It therefore warned the agitators not to enter the state and disrupt the peace of Umuahia, the state capital.
It said that while it appreciates the rights of citizens to air their views in a democracy, but that the Government will not condone lawless acts that could impede the progress of the state.
In a statement signed by the Commissioner of Information, Bonnie Iwuoha, the Abia State Government said it has been discovered that a disgruntled politician in the state is funding the said protest march.
“Government therefore calls on parents to prevail on their children not to join misguided elements in acts that could destabilize the progress of our state.
“The Police and other security agencies have been directed to take lawful steps to protect the peace of the state and secure lives and property of law abiding citizens.” [myad]
