In a statement, Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio, the founder of the Sokoto Caliphate, once said, "Conscience is an open wound that only truth can heal." This profound quote emphasizes the importance of truth in achieving justice.

Senator Dino Melaye adds a street perspective: "If you talk, you die; if you don’t talk, you will still die." His words highlight the dangerous consequences of speaking out in a world where silence can be just as perilous.

Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka asserts that "the man dies in him who keeps quiet in the face of tyranny," underscoring the moral imperative to resist oppression through active expression.

I, Ezekiel Daniel, am committed to truth, fairness, and objectivity. If my strong stance leads to conspiracies against my life, I face that with courage. As I say, "If you kill me, you will only add my remaining years to yours."

In today’s Izon Nation, I am willing to confront Tompolo and his notorious associates—Kestin, Tare, Dennis Edgar, and Ekomieyefa (KFT)—to remind them that they are misusing the privileges granted by our collective struggle.

Throughout this ongoing struggle, I have faced unprecedented levels of persecution, with numerous arrests, threats to my life, and harassment. The evidence of these trials is well-documented.

I assert that Tompolo and his group have quickly forgotten their roots, having gained sudden wealth through Tantita, neglecting those who once supported him and worked against his enemies.

For those unaware, I underwent extensive training during my two years in the underground cell of the DSS headquarters in Abuja, preparing me for critical operations, investigations, and interrogations.

Despite my silence, which is rooted in respect and the desire for peace, I am well-informed about the activities from the creeks to Warri city.

Let me introduce you to Pedro Bakurmo from Okerenkoko in Gbaramatu Kingdom. Those familiar with social media may recall the time when the federal government under Buhari sought to apprehend Tompolo due to questionable petitions by Michael Johnny from Gbaramatu.

Pedro was instrumental in attacking Tompolo on social media, which led to a fierce campaign against him, resulting in a potential threat to his life. However, today, he has been sent to the United Kingdom for education under Dennis Otuaro's Amnesty programme.

In contrast, while Pedro enjoys opportunities, many youths in Egbema Kingdom faced violence and abduction by Super Ebilade and his associates, showcasing the selective injustice at play.

It is disheartening that Pedro is treated leniently due to his Gbaramatu background, while countless others suffer oppression instead.

This blatant inequality is not only unjust but also counterproductive to our collective unity and fairness as a community.

The rise of oppressive tactics by the Oporoza group should alarm all Izons globally. We cannot decry the slavery imposed by the Nigerian state while allowing one faction within our community to perpetuate our subjugation.

I urge all Izon youths from Bayelsa, Rivers, Edo, Delta, Akwa Ibom, and Ondo states to advocate for their rights and raise their voices against the internal colonialism inflicted upon us by a select few and their cabal.