Media personality Noble Igwe has criticised individuals who are now speaking out about the conviction of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, despite staying silent during the height of insecurity and disruption caused by sit-at-home directives in the South-East.
Kanu was convicted and handed a life sentence for terrorism on Thursday, November 20, 2025 — a ruling that has generated widespread reactions across the country.
Reacting via his Instagram story, Igwe said it was hypocritical for people who ignored the hardships faced by ordinary citizens to suddenly find their voices now that the matter has gained national attention.
He noted that many remained silent while schools were shut every Monday, markets were repeatedly closed and communities were thrown into fear due to attacks linked to unknown gunmen.
“One day, I hope you all look back and remember the South East before he and his likes showed up,” he wrote.
Igwe added that several people who overlooked the suffering — including children missing school and communities living in fear — are now speaking loudly only because the issue has become popular in the public space.