Former Abia governor Orji Kalu revealed why Igbos may suffer more than other tribes if Nigeria breaks up saying those agitating for the break-up of Nigeria should stop as Nigeria must remain united because Nigeria’s break up would not favour Ndigbo.
Kalu also said that the struggle for Biafra is not a serious one, and therefore called for a cessation of the agitation for the republic of Biafra, saying that the break-up of Nigeria will not be in the interest of Ndigbo.
Kalu said this while reacting to the proscription of the activities of the Indigenous People of Biafra by the southeast Governors’ Forum at opening of the 2017 Annual Youth Summit organised by Junior Chamber International, Ikoyi, in collaboration with Orji Uzor Kalu Foundation at his ‘Camp Neya’ country home in Igbere, Bende Local Government Area of Abia.
“It is true that Ndigbo are marginalised but even our own people have at one time or the other also marginalised us but given the huge investments by Ndigbo in different parts of the country, the people of southeast stand to suffer more than any other tribe, should Nigeria split.
“Ndigbo should stop boxing themselves to a corner. We are serious contenders and members of the entity called Nigeria.”
He, therefore, advised those agitating for the dissolution of Nigeria to have a rethink and work toward achieving peace and harmony in the country. The struggle for Biafra is not a serious one. Those agitating for the break-up of Nigeria should stop. Ndigbo should rather struggle for equity and justice so that they can feel safe to live and work in any part of the country.
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Posted: at 17-09-2017 07:07 PM (7 years ago) | Addicted Hero
Swissnaija at 17-09-2017 09:08 PM (7 years ago) (m)
Mr orji uzor kalu,I'd rather pitch my tent with an Hausa or a yoruba man than to give you my vote in 2019 if thats what you are looking for.Wicked criminal.After joining hands with the 5 eastern governors to murder innocent ipob members,you're now advising us on what n what not to do.
Posted: at 17-09-2017 09:08 PM (7 years ago) | Upcoming
fineboy77 at 17-09-2017 11:17 PM (7 years ago) (m)
Abeg Yorubas and Niger deltans,even if there will be a time and we are still under same Nigeria,that this man will come out for any political office,especially the presidency,please in your best interest,i am igbo and from not just his state but his senatorial zone,please do not vote for him,in fact,if there is no one from your own various regions contesting against him,still vate for hausa. I will rather have a known enemy,than a brother worse than an enemy
What is the color beneath your skin?
Posted: at 17-09-2017 11:17 PM (7 years ago) | Addicted Hero
Abeg Yorubas and Niger deltans,even if there will be a time and we are still under same Nigeria,that this man will come out for any political office,especially the presidency,please in your best interest,i am igbo and from not just his state but his senatorial zone,please do not vote for him,in fact,if there is no one from your own various regions contesting against him,still vate for hausa. I will rather have a known enemy,than a brother worse than an enemy
Guy, you funny oooo..... So you go fit ever beg YORUBAS for something.... ONI YEYE....!
Posted: at 18-09-2017 08:34 AM (7 years ago) | Gistmaniac
Sniper101 at 18-09-2017 10:27 AM (7 years ago) (m)
indeed, the Igbos will suffer more if Nigeria was to split up
...bcos the South-south, especially Rivers state n Delta state, which they are hoping to take with them...is very much against them and won't go anywhere with them.
...DAT alone spells "DOOM" for them.
Posted: at 18-09-2017 10:27 AM (7 years ago) | Gistmaniac
Mr orji uzor kalu,I'd rather pitch my tent with an Hausa or a yoruba man than to give you my vote in 2019 if thats what you are looking for.Wicked criminal.After joining hands with the 5 eastern governors to murder innocent ipob members,you're now advising us on what n what not to do.
My brother, you should take the advice
Posted: at 24-09-2017 04:26 PM (7 years ago) | Gistmaniac
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