………Condemn Those Behind Charter of Equity Controversy.
Francis Ochulor, Owerri.
Leaders of thought in Imo State have issued a strong statement condemning politicians who are allegedly using the Charter of Equity as a pretext to stir up tensions and divisions in the state.
The leaders, representing the three zones of Orlu, Owerri, and Okigwe, urged these individuals to desist from their actions, warning that their continued antics could destabilize the peace and security of the state.
In a press release titled “Imo Leaders Of Thought Call For Spread Of The Imo Charter Of Prosperity: Enough is Enough”,signed by Rt. Hon. Amara Chyna Iwuanyanwu(Orlu Zone),Hon. Kanayo Onyemechi(Owerri Zone) and Hon. Sam Osuji(Okigwe Zone)condemned politicians who are stoking tensions and creating divisions among the diverse groups in Imo State noting that these politicians are engaging in secretive and divisive activities, sowing seeds of bitterness and discord across communities.
They emphasized that Imo State belongs to all its citizens, and no individual or group should arrogate undue importance to themselves.
“The recent unsettling developments in the Imo State political space: driven by a few self-serving political actors, are deeply disturbing. ”
“These individuals, hiding behind the long-overflogged issue of the Charter of Equity, are deliberately stoking tensions, causing division, and creating unnecessary disaffection among the diverse groups that make up our dear state.”
“What we are witnessing is a carefully orchestrated scheme designed to ignite unrest and disrupt the peace we have painstakingly nurtured.”
“These individuals are operating under the false pretense of promoting the Charter of Equity, when in truth, their actions are self-serving, clandestine, and malicious.”
” Their nocturnal political maneuvers are aimed at sowing seeds of bitterness and discord across communities.”
“Let it be known: Imo State belongs to all of us. No individual, group, or zone holds a superior claim to Imo indigeneship.
” It is therefore unacceptable—and deeply troubling—for some to arrogate undue importance to themselves as self-appointed custodians of the Charter of Equity or as political warlords.”they stated.
The leaders went further to call for unity and urged all men and women of goodwill to speak out against this dangerous trend, while expressing their support for Governor Hope Uzodimma’s administration, praising his efforts in laying a solid foundation for sustainable development in Imo State.
They reaffirmed their commitment to the Imo Charter of Prosperity, which promotes unity, development, and equity based on progress, not propaganda.
Investigator news reports that the leaders also warn politicians who are engaging in secretive and divisive activities to retrace their steps or face accountability should any civil unrest or breakdown of law and order occur in the state,emphasizing that political power is not a do-or-die affair and that Imo State belongs to all its citizens, regardless of zone or group affiliation.
“We make it emphatically clear: those responsible for this campaign of hate, division, and political mischief must retrace their steps or be held accountable should any civil unrest or breakdown of law and order occur in the state.
“The Imo State Government and all well-meaning citizens must rise to the occasion and curtail the excesses of these selfish politicians, who are bent on either getting their way or setting the state ablaze.”
“We urge all men and women of goodwill to speak out in unity and condemn this dangerous trend. Political power is not a do-or-die affair.
“Imo State is composed of three equal and respected zones, and no one should be allowed to hide behind ethnic or sectional sentiments to hold the state hostage in pursuit of power.
“We say NO to paid political agents,non-state actors parading as political messiahs,two-faced town criers,gullible, attention-seeking politicians,”recharge card” politicians with no credible base”
“Governor Hope Uzodimma is laying a solid foundation for sustainable development in Imo State: through strategic investments in infrastructure, human capital development, and trust-building in governance.
“His administration is creating an enabling environment for continuity, such that his successor will inherit a state primed for growth, much like what President Bola Ahmed Tinubu achieved in Lagos State during his tenure as governor.”
“Today, Lagos is thriving economically and infrastructurally because of the solid foundation laid by President Tinubu. That same future awaits Imo under the visionary leadership of Governor Uzodimma.
“We remain committed to the Imo Charter of Prosperity, which unites rather than divides us, promotes development rather than destruction, and seeks equity based on progress; not propaganda.” they submitted
