Hello my fellow biafran’s
In all we do , let’s not forget our own father.
Who had to fight for the good of his people .
An elderly statesman , who risked his life to make sure that the enemy did not bring and end to our existence. A loving father , brother , uncle , to we all . a biafran civil war veteran , in the name of.
Major , Sir Joseph achuzie “Hannibal”
Born (1929 — 26 Feb 2018)
Prior to joining the Biafran Army in May 1967, Major Achuzie had been an engineer with the Shell Petroleum company based in Port Harcourt.
Major achuzie was a brave biafran soldier , who was highly committed to the Biafra cause and fought gallantly till the end of the war .
He commanded Biafran 11th Division, Biafran 11th Battalion and Biafran S Division during the war.
The late war hero was also nicknamed “Air Raid” on account of his guerilla tactics and handling of war deserters. He fought in Onitsha, Port Harcourt and Owerri sectors.
Despite heavy bombardment by the Nigerian side, Achuzia fought and narrowly escaped from death after almost being run over by an armored car,
He fought for the freedom of his people till the end.
Major Achuzia was imprisoned by the Nigerian military authorities but was later released after spending years in detention. After his release, he relocated to his native Asaba and stayed there till death. In his post-war life, Major Achuzia was dedicated to the cause of fighting for freedom.
After his release, he relocated to his native Asaba and stayed there till death. In his post-war life , Major Achuzia was dedicated to the cause of fighting for freedom.
Major Achuzia was “a courageous man and a strong voice that spoke for self-determination.”
He lived and died a freedom fighter.
May God grant his brave soul eternal repose.
In all you do , remember that people had risked and sacrificed their lives , so as for us to exist, never allow their sacrifices to be in vain .
May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Long live Biafra
Long live the land of the rising sun
Signed :
Rising sun