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President, Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, Anambra State Chapter, Mazi Chukwuma Okpalaezeukwu has called on all political gladiators, leaders of thought and stakeholders in the state, to jettison their political interests and rally round Governor Chukwuma Soludo, to end insecurity in the state.
He underscored the need to take such steps, describing insecurity as an ill-wind that blows no one any good.
Okpalezeukwu’s comments followed recent diverse opinions across some quarters against the newly-launched Operation ‘Udo Ga Achi’ and the Agunechemba Security Outfit.
Acknowledging the right of citizens to hold divergent opinions on public matters, the Ohaneze boss however said insecurity remained a sensitive issue which required common perception to address.
He noted that the situation in the State before the launch of the security operation warranted an uncommon action, expressing satisfaction that the Soludo-led administration rose to the occasion and nipped the situation in the bud.
His words, “Today, the state is calm again and the people are now going about their legitimate businesses without fear.
“However, it is not Uhuru yet, undue antagonism and destructive criticism may result in the initiative not yielding maximum result.
“What we observed is that because this is an election year, a lot of things are being said or done to undermine the genuine efforts of the governor in the area of security.
“We therefore appeal to politicians and critical stakeholders in the state, to put the state first in everything they are doing and rally support for the governor to squarely address this existential threat facing us as a common people.
“At the back of minds, we must understand that there is no other state we have and as such, consider the peace, security and stability of Anambra first.
“As a grassroots organization, the Anambra Ohaneze under my watch, will play the non-kinetic role in ensuring security of lives and property in the state, through adequate sensitization and mobilization of citizens to bring all hands on deck in the security business.
“There are many ways Ohaneze can ensure that Ndigbo in our respective kindreds, communities and local governments come out to take active role in contributing towards a better society as it concerns security, on the principles of ‘see something, say something’.
“This will enhance the precision of the operations by the security agencies in keeping the people safe and secure. If you’re not directly affected by the insecurity in the state, you will be indirectly affected. So, you are either affected or infested.
“That’s why we are championing this initiative as Ohaneze Ndigbo in Anambra State, for the greater benefit of our people.”
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