“I’m a YouTuber, Not a Terrorist”: Simon Ekpa Testifies in Finland
In a surprising turn of events during his trial in Finland, Simon Ekpa, a prominent figure associated with the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has distanced himself from the secessionist movement. He told the Finnish court that his title as "Prime Minister of Biafra" was a joke and that he is merely a "content creator" producing videos for leisure. This statement has sparked widespread debate and raised questions about the authenticity of his previous claims.
Ekpa was arrested in November 2024 by Finnish authorities on charges of spreading terrorist propaganda on social media. The Finnish District Court of Päijät-Häme has ruled to keep him in detention, citing his alleged involvement in inciting violence through social media . The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed its intention to monitor the legal proceedings closely .
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has vehemently denied any affiliation with Ekpa. In a statement, IPOB's spokesperson, Emma Powerful, clarified that Ekpa was never a member of the group and labeled him a "destructive agent" paid to infiltrate and destroy the peaceful movement for Biafra's self-determination . IPOB has consistently advocated for a peaceful resolution to the Biafra issue through a UN-supervised referendum and has distanced itself from any violent activities.
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South, welcomed Ekpa's arrest, stating that it would serve as a deterrent to others who have been instigating violence in the region. Abaribe emphasized that Ekpa's admission of being a "content creator" undermines the seriousness of his previous actions and calls into question his motivations .
As the legal proceedings continue, the international community is closely watching the case. The outcome may have significant implications for the relationship between Finland and Nigeria, as well as for the broader discourse on online content and its potential to incite violence.
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