I am raising my voice against the recent BBC documentary, "Surviving Biafra." The documentary's portrayal of one of the most tragic and heart-rending periods in Nigerian history has been deeply unsettling for me and many others who share my heritage. I am appalled that the story of the survival and the unimaginable suffering of the Biafran people, especially the over 3 million women and children who were brutally starved to death, is being told by someone who is not even Igbo.

The trauma of the Biafran War runs deep in the veins of the Igbo people, and it is essential that their stories are told with the utmost authenticity and respect. The BBC's choice to have someone who does not share this heritage to narrate the horrifying experiences of those who survived this genocide is a disservice to the memory of the victims. It is a painful reminder of the historical erasure and misrepresentation our people have faced over the years.

The Biafran War was not just a regional conflict; it was a humanitarian catastrophe that caught the world's attention, but as usual, without truly understanding the pain and the loss suffered by the Igbo people. Countless families were torn apart, entire communities annihilated, and a generation of children robbed of their basic right to exist. This narrative needs to be genuine and in the voice of those who lived it.

I urge the BBC to reconsider and rectify this glaring oversight. It is crucial that they engage with Igbo historians, survivors, and families affected by the war to ensure the documentary accurately reflects the true events and tribulations faced during that dark chapter in history. By doing so, the BBC will honor the voices of the Igbo people and set a precedent for responsible and accurate storytelling.

Please join me in demanding that the BBC take immediate action to ensure the truth is heard. Sign this petition and stand with us in preserving the dignity and memory of the Biafran victims.