As sections of the country explore their options concerning their pact with Nigeria, whether to belong or break out, @ManiPeters is convinced staying trumps leaving.

Here’s why:

I've never lived in any of the minority states of old Eastern region but I'm aware of the hate and suspicion that define their Igbo views

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

For standing with Jonathan notwithstanding constant betrayals by his people, the Igbos showed rare strength of character.

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

When Saro-Wiwa, a virulent Igbo hater and betrayer was at the darkest spot in his life, Igbo strongmen intervened; even if unsuccessfully.

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

My best memories of Igbo/Eastern minority relations is how we rose above the pettiness and stood in solidarity with our oppressed neighbors.

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

As for Biafra. First, that name is alien and should be buried with the heroes of the war. It has ran its course. A new name when time comes

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

Two, I'm convinced that if secession had succeeded in the 60s, the new country would've been a success. I can't say that for the new Biafra.

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

I'm as deeply suspicious of Uwazurike and Nnamdi Kanu's Biafra as I'm of Obasanjo and Buhari's Nigeria. The new Biafra might be worse.

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

That said, youths must be youths. I see "Biafra" as protest against a country that has failed in everything and glories in self destruction.

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

The new Biafra, from all indications will be nothing more than an adulterated version of Nigeria. The signs are there for those with eyes

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

Just like I foresaw Buhari's failure, it's clear to me that Nnamdi Kanu's Biafra will be nothing but "Upper Iweka" Republic: reign of touts

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

But don't get me wrong: Nigeria as is, is a totally useless contraption. But it can be salvaged if we genuinely try. GENUINELY TRY!

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

If however, Nigeria defies all genuine efforts to salvage it, then each tribe and region will work out how best to go it alone.

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

That isn't to say that secession is always well planned and executed without struggle or even blood. But till then…

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

To conclude, for me, neither this ugly parody we call Nigeria nor Nnamdi Kanu's Biafra will do. Stay blessed.

— Air Raid (@OdogwuOgbete) May 6, 2017

Food for thought.