In conversation with State House correspondents, the Imo governor, who is running for reelection, revealed that leaders from the South-East region are planning to meet President Tinubu to discuss the persistent security challenges in the area…CONTINUE READING
The South-East has experienced a surge in violent attacks, compounded by the recurring sit-at-home directives issued by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), as reported by Naija News. Uzodinma emphasized that the purpose of the meeting is to seek the president’s intervention in achieving peace in the region.
The leaders have resolved to approach President Tinubu, in collaboration with the South-East governors, to formally request additional support from the federal government to address the prevailing insecurity,
characterized by banditry, kidnapping, and activities of unknown gunmen. While Uzodinma declined to disclose specific requests, he highlighted that the leaders would engage in private discussions with the president, focusing on the problems facing the South-East and urging him to take decisive action for the restoration of peace in the region.