Igbokwe: Nigeria’s Disregard For South-East Will Have Catastrophic Consequences

In a post on his Facebook page on Saturday, Igbokwe expressed his concerns amid rising debates over the distribution of federal appointments under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The controversy surrounding the perceived imbalance in appointments was recently reignited by Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, who cautioned that the one-sided approach could backfire.

The presidency has consistently defended its stance, asserting that appointments are based on merit.

In response, Igbokwe highlighted the dangers of excluding the South-East and reminded Nigerians of the region’s historical wounds. “If Nigeria continues to treat the South-East as if the zone does not exist or does not matter, the consequences will be huge. The civil war has ended, but the scars are still there. Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. Neglect of the South-East is bad,” he said.

Igbokwe’s comments underscore the growing calls for fairness, inclusion, and unity in governance, especially as the Tinubu administration works to shape its legacy.

In related news, Senator Ali Ndume from Borno South recently condemned the lopsided appointments, accusing President Tinubu of violating the Federal Character principle. Ndume expressed concerns that several key positions in the administration have been disproportionately filled by individuals from a particular region, leaving others underrepresented. He warned that this imbalance could deepen political divisions and discontent within the country.