The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced the total abolition of the Monday sit-at-home directive across the South-East, ordering a full resumption of economic and social activities with effect from Monday, February 9, 2026.

The group said the decision was taken on the direct instruction of its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Sunday in Awka by IPOB’s Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful.

According to the statement, the directive was aimed at ensuring that schools reopen on Mondays and that residents of the South-East freely engage in their lawful businesses without fear, intimidation or harassment.

IPOB declared that the era of Monday sit-at-home had come to an end, stressing that there was no longer any justification for markets, schools, offices, transport services or other economic activities to shut down on that day.

The group warned that any individual or group attempting to enforce sit-at-home henceforth would be acting contrary to the express directive of its leader and would be treated as enemies of the people and the Biafran cause.

IPOB also cautioned against what it described as possible false-flag operations by hostile elements seeking to instil fear or disrupt normal activities, urging residents to remain calm, vigilant and law-abiding.

However, the group maintained that state governments have no right to threaten, demolish or forcibly shut down the businesses of traders who may choose, out of personal conviction, to stay at home in solidarity with its leader. It warned that any attempt by governors, including Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo, to intimidate traders through demolition threats or forced market closures would be resisted.

IPOB further insisted that any market renovation or reconstruction requiring temporary relocation of traders must be carried out with the consent of all relevant stakeholders, and only after adequate alternative trading locations have been provided.

Calling for unity, the group urged residents of the South-East to return fully to work, reopen shops and send their children to school without fear, stressing that its struggle remains focused on freedom, dignity and justice.

“The era of Monday sit-at-home is over,” the statement concluded.