Igbos residing in Abuja have expressed deep concern over the escalating insecurity in the South-East region as the festive season approaches.
This concern was voiced by the President-General of the Igbo Community Association (ICA) Abuja, Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe, during a recent gathering in the nation’s capital.
Ellis-Ezenekwe described the security challenges in the South-East as a dire situation, likening it to a plague that continues to disrupt lives and communities. He called on federal security agencies to reassess their current strategies and adopt more effective measures to restore peace and stability in the region.
“Too many lives and dreams have been tragically cut short due to the ongoing unrest in the South-East,” he lamented. “This is unacceptable. We must find a better path toward achieving sustainable peace and security in the region.” He emphasized that a peaceful South-East is not only vital for its residents but also for the prosperity and unity of the entire nation.
Ellis-Ezenekwe further appealed for a peaceful festive season, urging for an atmosphere of joy rather than one overshadowed by fear and sorrow. “Our prayer is for this period of homecoming to be a time of celebration, free from violence and insecurity,” he added.
In addition to addressing insecurity, the ICA President-General reaffirmed the commitment of Igbos in Abuja to support the development efforts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under the leadership of Minister Nyesom Wike. He pledged cooperation with both the administration and the indigenous people of the FCT.
“We are here to contribute to progress, not to engage in conflict,” he said. “We fully support Minister Nyesom Wike’s development initiatives in the FCT and are committed to working harmoniously with the natives and other residents. Our goal is collective progress—progress for my people, the FCT, and the nation as a whole.”
The remarks reflect a dual concern among Igbos in Abuja: the urgent need to address insecurity in their homeland and the importance of fostering development and unity in their place of residence.
