South-East People’s Understanding of the Indigenous People of Biafra (Ipob) Propaganda

Abstract

This study examined the understanding of the South-East people on the Indigenous People of Biafra’s propaganda. The objectives of the study were among others to find out the extent of South-East people’s awareness of the Indigenous people of Biafra’s propaganda and functions of the Eastern Security Network. The research design adopted for this study was the descriptive survey design. The population of this study, according to the 2006 population of South-Eastern States aged from 18 and above. The total population of the South-East People from 18 and above age stood at 10,421,081. The Krejcie and Morgan Table which was used to determine the sample size of 384. The study adopted a survey method. The study made use of questionnaire for data collection. The researcher adopted quantitative method to present and analyze the data gathered from the respondents. The quantitative method of data analysis was presented using statistical tools as tables of frequency distribution, simple percentages and weighted mean score (WMS) based on a 4- Point Likert-Scale. Findings from the study revealed that South-East people’ understood the propaganda inherent in the message of Indigeous People of Biafra as the weighted mean score was 3.36. The portrayal of the Igbo as victims of historical marginalisation can generate empathy and support for the group’s cause. Based on the findings, the study recommended that there is need for comprehensive education and dialogue initiatives by federal government, aimed at addressing historical grievances, promoting reconciliation and fostering a more inclusive national identity to mitigate the influence of divisive propaganda and promote unity among all Nigerians.

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