Tinubu Seeks Biafra South‑East, Says Umahi

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, during a meeting with Ebonyi State Governor Dave Umahi, said he would support the creation of a “Biafra South‑East” region—essentially a new administrative zone for the southeastern states—if the proposal gains broad political backing. The comment sparked debate over Nigeria’s federal structure and the longstanding Biafran separatist movement. Views Nigeria