Finnish court sentences Simon Ekpa to prison

A Finnish court has handed a jail term to Simon Ekpa, the controversial separatist campaigner linked to the Biafra movement.

Ekpa, known for his strong presence on social media, has been accused of fueling unrest in Nigeria’s South-East through provocative online messages.

His repeated directives, particularly the “sit-at-home” orders, have frequently triggered violence and disrupted normal activities across several states in the region.

The judgment is seen as a significant move by Finland in tackling his activities, which have consistently drawn condemnation from Nigerian authorities and communities affected by the crisis.