The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Organization of Igbo Communities (OIC) has issued a strong warning against individuals attempting to destabilize the organization through fraudulent and divisive acts.
Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) learnt that the leadership of OIC said its attention has been drawn to the activities of certain miscreants, scammers, and a few elderly individuals allegedly plotting to undermine the unity and purpose of the group.
According to the NEC, these elements are using deceptive tactics to infiltrate the organization’s communication platforms and mislead unsuspecting members.
The OIC NEC declared that such attempts would not succeed, noting that the organization has implemented strict security measures to safeguard its integrity and internal coordination.
As part of the new measures, the group’s official communication platform will now be locked daily by 9:30 p.m. and reopened at 7:30 a.m. to prevent misuse during late hours.
The leadership emphasized that all members must adhere strictly to communication guidelines whenever the group is active.
The OIC NEC further disclosed that some individuals have been contacting members privately, claiming to schedule secret meetings through coded messages.
The Council firmly disassociated the organization from such activities, insisting that OIC does not use any code or private messages to convene meetings.
Members were instructed to ignore, block, or report anyone attempting to send them codes or private invitations under the guise of OIC leadership.
The statement also clarified that no official of OIC is authorized to chat with members privately regarding organizational matters.
Any communication about the group must occur transparently on the official platform to maintain accountability and prevent misinformation.
Members were urged to be vigilant, verify all information through the official group, and report suspicious individuals to WhatsApp or the appropriate authorities.
The OIC NEC reiterated its commitment to protecting the mission and vision of the organization, stressing that the group will not allow saboteurs to derail its progress.
It assured members that unity, discipline, and transparency remain the foundation of OIC’s mission to promote peace, cultural integrity, and socio-economic advancement within Igbo communities.
The statement concluded with a reaffirmation that OIC will continue to serve as a platform for collaboration, empowerment, and responsible representation of Igbo interests globally.