Lahti, Finland — September 1, 2025 — In a landmark decision, the Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland has sentenced Simon Ekpa, a pro-Biafra agitator and self-styled leader of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile, to six years behind bars on multiple terrorism-related charges.
Verdict Overview
The court found Ekpa guilty of participating in a terrorist organization and publicly inciting crimes for terrorist purposes. The charges center on his activities allegedly carried out between August 2021 and November 2024, during which he used his social media platforms to exacerbate tensions in Nigeria’s southeast, and is accused of supplying weapons, explosives, and ammunition to armed groups pushing for Biafra’s independence .
Additional Convictions
Ekpa was also convicted of aggravated tax fraud and violating the Attorneys Act under Finnish law .
Arrest and Evidence
He was detained by Finnish authorities on November 21, 2024, following a probe by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), which froze his financial assets and those of his associates . Prosecutors presented comprehensive evidence linking his online rhetoric and networks to violent unrest, leading to the requested six-year custodial sentence .
Court’s Rationale
The court emphasized that Ekpa’s actions were not mere expressions of political dissent but clear incitement towards violence, rendering his activities punishable under Finland’s terrorism statutes .
Next Steps
This verdict is not yet final; Ekpa retains the right to appeal to a higher court .
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