Igboayaka: Southeast Governors Not Responsible For Igbos’ Absence From Hunger Protests

Igboayaka: Southeast Governors Not Responsible For Igbos’ Absence From Hunger Protests

The Youth Wing of Ohanaeze Ndigbo has criticized Southeast Governors and leaders for claiming credit for the Igbos’ non-participation in the nationwide End Bad Governance protests. According to the factional National President General of the Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC), Igboayaka Igboayaka, the decision of Igbos to abstain from the protests was driven by historical context and perceived conspiracies, not directives from the regional leaders……… CONTINUE READING

In a statement released on Saturday, Igboayaka dismissed claims by Southeast Governors that they played a role in dissuading the Igbos from joining the protests. He accused these leaders of attempting to garner favor with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by falsely presenting themselves as influential in preventing the protests in the Southeast.

Igboayaka criticized the Southeast Governors for their lack of genuine influence and ability to mobilize public support, arguing that they are seen as out of touch with the people they claim to represent. He suggested that these leaders are perceived as “enemies of the people,” unable to operate freely without heavy security.

The statement emphasized that the lack of participation in the protests reflects a broader disillusionment with the region’s political leadership, which Igboayaka attributes to systemic political and economic marginalization. He argued that the current situation in the Southeast, marked by ongoing healing from past violence and a cautious approach towards public demonstrations, was not shaped by the governors’ actions.

Igboayaka also criticized the Southeast leaders for failing to adopt regional symbols and practices that could unify and strengthen the region, such as the Biafra anthem or a regional security outfit. He called for President Tinubu to prioritize the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and support for the healing process in the Southeast.

The statement concludes with a firm assertion that the Igbos’ decision to avoid the protests was informed by a strategic evaluation of their historical and political context, rather than any influence from Southeast governors.

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