Ahiara Declaration

The Ahiara Declaration, issued in 1969 by Biafran leaders during Nigeria's Civil War, expressed the desire for self-determination and the establishment of a Biafran identity. It emphasized democratic principles, social justice, and the need for a new political order to address historical grievances against the Nigerian state. The declaration was a response to the suffering and devastation caused by the war, seeking to unify the Biafran people around a vision for a better future. It remains a significant document in the context of Nigerian history and discussions about regional autonomy and identity.