Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi has expressed concerns at the growing tendency of some people to sow seeds of disunity in the country.
Reacting to reports of some persons threatening genocide against Igbos in Lagos, Obi said such divisive acts should be thoroughly investigated and swiftly nipped in the bud by leaders.
In a statement by the media aid to the former governor of Anambra state, Yunusa Yusuf said that these challenging times in the nation’s polity call for all hands to be on deck to reset the country for development.
While noting that all these alienating utterances from some misguided characters should be discouraged and stopped immediately, Obi emphasized that; “Nobody is a better Nigerian than the other and this should inform our attitude while relating to one another.”
Reacting further on his X handle on Friday, August 2, Obi added that;
“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.”
Obi urged those in authority to show leadership and urgently speak out against such divisive rhetoric.
He stressed that Immediate action must be taken to investigate, arrest, and prosecute those behind the heinous agenda, serving as a deterrent to others who might consider pursuing similar paths that threaten 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 free from fear of discrimination or persecution.” He added.
