Tinubu Seeks Biafra South‑East, Says Umahi

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, during a meeting with Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi, said he would support the creation of a new “Biafra South‑East” region—essentially a separate administrative zone for the country’s southeast states—if the local leaders formally request it. The statement reflects Tinubu’s willingness to consider restructuring Nigeria’s federal structure in response to regional demands. Views Nigeria