Obi calls for investigation into threats of genocide against Igbo in Lagos

By Ihechukwu Sunday
The Labour Party’s (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi has expressed concerns over the growing tendency of some people to sow the seed of disunity in the country.
Writing on his X handle about persons threatening genocide against the Igbo in Lagos, Obi emphasised that such divisive acts should be thoroughly investigated and swiftly nipped in the bud by leaders.
He said the challenging time in the country calls for all hands to be on deck to reset the country for development. He noted that all the alienating utterances from some misguided characters should be discouraged and stopped immediately
“Nobody is a better Nigerian than the other and this should inform our attitude while relating to one another.
“I am deeply disturbed, reading some genocidal threats on X against the Igbo tribe, calling for their relocation.
“Let me respectfully warn that such rhetoric threatens our unity and is fundamentally opposed to our Constitution, which guarantees every Nigerian the right to live and work freely anywhere in the country.
“Those in authority must show leadership and urgently speak out against such divisive rhetoric. Immediate action should be taken to investigate, arrest, and prosecute those behind this heinous agenda, to serve as a deterrent to others who might consider pursuing similar paths that threaten our national security and unity.
“I urge all Nigerians to stand united against this divisive rhetoric and to champion unity, tolerance, and understanding. Our future depends on our ability to live and work together harmoniously.
“The government and security agencies must act swiftly to protect this fundamental principle and ensure that every Nigerian can live without fear of discrimination or persecution.”