In the wake of the Nigerian Military’s activation of Operation Python Dance, BBOG activist and Co-founder of Transparency International Oby Ezekwesili told President Buhari that his leadership sucks and he needs to stop being a sectional leader. Media aide to Buhari, Garba Shehu responded for his master, criticizing Ezekwesili for saying nary a word against Nnamdi Kanu in times past. Folks on TwitterNG also jumped on Ezekwesili’s tweet, accusing her of tribalism. Other Igbos who’ve dared to speak up against the militarization of Abia state have also been set upon by Political Twitter’s Alsatians, who have accused them of being silent about Kanu when it mattered.

IF ONLY ur voice was this LOUD when Kanu was doing his madness….

— Jubril A. Gawat (@Mr_JAGs) September 13, 2017

Fun fact: These guys were not silent.

It was loud and has been loud all through. You weren't listening and now you want to use it to justify oppression. Shut up! https://t.co/ipHbWgNlY4

— HRH Adabekee? (@cremechic11) September 14, 2017

This bullshit that no one condemns Kanu when he is being an idiot is quietly accepted as the truth

— ebuka (@ebuoe) September 14, 2017

In a little while, Igbos found the need to first publish this PSA before leaving their two cents on the subject:

I'm from IMO STATE
I'm IGBO
I don't support Nnamdi Kanu
I am a Nigerian

— Emeka Ahaneku (@emekaahaneku) September 13, 2017

I am an Igbo man from Anambra.
I DO NOT SUPPORT OR REGARD NNAMDI KANU & his agenda!

I am PROUDLY NIGERIAN !!! ????????????????????????

— Uzoechina Chuma (@UzoChuma) September 14, 2017

I am a full fledged igbo and a proud one. But count me out of the IPOB madness. Nnamdi Kanu doesn't speak for me.

— Aijay/cyberagbero™ (@cyberagbero) September 14, 2017

Other Igbos think it a curious thing to do, not to mention needless.

The fact that Igbos now need to do this is ridiculous & sad. Just as ridiculous as all Hausas needing to disavow boko haram. https://t.co/TWY9Ony1Tl

— Asa Nwa (Chi Baby) (@AfricanCeleb) September 14, 2017

If you are from the SE, you don't owe anybody a duty of denouncing Kanu/IPOB before stating your views or condemning the govt of the day.

— Vito (@elbanks) September 14, 2017

Nobody ever felt the need to say, "I'm Kanuri, but I don't support Mohammed Yusuf".

Ndigbo, inferiority complex does not impress anybody.

— Onye Nkuzi (@cchukudebelu) September 15, 2017

This python dance have thought me again that for you to be an 'nationalistic' Igbo, you're expected to support oppression of your own people

— Emeka (@EmekaEmezue) September 15, 2017

So here’s your first lesson in handling yourself throughout this operation Python Dance:

Its okay 4 othr persons to talk about their regional issues but if an Igbo person talks about it, u lose ur award of "detribalised" Nigerian

— Sister 1neks (@1NEKS_) September 14, 2017

Only Igbo people have to emphatically prove they are "detribalised"

— Sister 1neks (@1NEKS_) September 14, 2017

That's why even in condemning the army, they always have to put a caveat "I don't support IPOB"

— Sister 1neks (@1NEKS_) September 14, 2017

When northern leaders accused GEJ & Ihejirika of genocide re BH, did u hear any caveats like "we don't support BH but" b4 points were made?

— Sister 1neks (@1NEKS_) September 14, 2017

Noted?

We hope so.

Now here’s an elaborate to-do list. Follow strictly:

As a patriotic Igbo person, this is a guide on how to discuss Operation Python Dance II; both offline and online.

— Mat'agu (@Miss_Matagu) September 14, 2017

Reactions:

This is a poor attempt at satire and you should tell less jokes bcus what's happening here in Umuahia and next door Aba is not funny at all

— Royal~Chokehold? ™ (@Tk_crimeson) September 14, 2017

lol the efulefu guide

— Chinyere Akataobi (@Prolific_Jackk) September 14, 2017

Nwanyi Muo, Jisike!

— J.Paul (@SenatorEbydon) September 14, 2017

For real though, here’s a Whatsapp broadcast telling Igbos in Abia state how to stay safe.

Guide on how to stay safe in the Entire South East during the Military exercise named Egwu Eke II (Python Dance II) from September 15, 2017, to October 14, 2017. Your life is in your hand.

Your life is in your hand.

1. Always carry your ID card with you, so that you can always identify yourself whenever called upon to do so.
2. Never stay out late for whatever reason.
3. If you must drive, make sure your driver’s license and all your car particulars are complete and valid.
4. If possible do not use a car with tinted glass even if you have a permit.
5. If you are stopped at the check point, answer only the questions that you are asked. Do not volunteer any information or ask questions.
6. Do not for any reason argue with any military personnel, they are all battle ready.
7. Stay indoors as much as possible, go out if it is absolutely necessary.
8. Do not play ball on the street.
9. Do not jog on the street.
10. Do not for any reason carry the Biafran flag with you.
11. Do not play loud music in your car.
12. Do not undertake any interstate journey, unless it is absolutely necessary. You must target to arrive your destination before it gets dark.
13. Avoid fixing weddings, burials or any form of function that will require the gathering of many people.
14. Females should as much as possible move around in pairs.
15. Be warned, this is like war situation.

To be forewarned…

[In case you missed it]: “This is what the Nigerian Army is doing to Igbos in the East”