Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has condemned in a stern word the incendiary remarks by the former Governor of Rivers State and former Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Recall that for the former Rivers State Governor, has of late being making uncomplimentary remarks about President Tinubu. Among the inciting comments by Amaechi included calls for the use of “brutal force” to snatch power from Tinubu in 2027.
Reacting to the comments, Ohanaeze Ndigbo described the comments as alarming and divisive.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Deputy President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro.
Reacting to the comments in Kaduna on Saturday, Isiguzoro denounced Amaechi’s rhetoric and described them as threat to democracy, peace, and civility.
Isiguzoro, also distanced Ohanaeze Ndigbo from Amaechi’s statements. He emphasized that the Igbo would never endorse any political conspiracy aimed at undermining the legitimacy of an elected President.
The statement read in part, “Amaechi’s outrageous call for Nigerians to resort to ‘brutal force’ in an attempt to snatch power from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by 2027 starkly contravenes the principles of civility, democracy, and peace that we hold dear.
“Amaechi’s equally disconcerting assertion that politicians must be willing to ‘steal, maim, and kill’ to retain power not only diminishes the dignity of our political discourse but also poses a dire threat to the very fabric of our society.
“We condemn in the strongest possible terms the reckless and incendiary comments made by Chibuike Amaechi against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
“It is essential to declare firmly that the Ndigbo will never endorse any political conspiracy aimed at undermining the legitimacy of an elected President.”
“Furthermore, Ohanaeze Ndigbo backed the stance of the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, who urged Amaechi to cease inciting the populace.
“We unequivocally lend our support to the position articulated by the Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle.
“We echo his urgent call for Mr. Amaechi to retract his divisive statements. And to cease from further inciting the populace, lest he face the inevitable repercussions of his actions,” Isiguzoro said.
The apex organization reiterated its unwavering allegiance to President Tinubu and commitment to fostering peace, stability, and fruitful governance in Nigeria.
“Our resolve is steadfast, as we remain committed to fostering peace, stability, and fruitful governance in Nigeria.
“Let it be said that the aspirations of the Igbo people align with a future predicated upon legitimate leadership, respect for democratic processes, and a shared vision for a prosperous Nigeria,” the statement concluded.
source: Punch
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