The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has demanded the arrest and prosecution of those promoting genocidal threats against Igbos in Lagos.
In the last few days, there has been the emergence of #IgboMustGo hashtag by a profile identified as Lagospedia. A message from the handle on X, said the Igbos to vacate Lagos and the other states in the South-West.
Obi said Nigerians should stand against such rhetoric.
“Immediate action should be taken to investigate, arrest, and prosecute those behind this heinous agenda, serving as a deterrent to others who might consider pursuing similar paths that threaten our national security and unity,” he said.
“Similarly, and deeply disturbing, I have read genocidal threats on X against the Igbo tribe, calling for their relocation. Let me pointedly warn that such rhetoric threatens our unity and is fundamentally opposed to our Constitution, which guarantees every Nigerian the right to live and work freely anywhere in the country. Those in authority must show leadership and urgently speak out against such divisive rhetoric.
“I urge all Nigerians to stand united against this divisive rhetoric and to champion unity, tolerance, and understanding. Our future depends on our ability to live and work together harmoniously.
“The government and security agencies must act swiftly to protect this fundamental principle and ensure that every Nigerian can live free from fear of discrimination or persecution. We must not allow our present challenges to drive wedges among us.”
Also, the Lagos State Governor, Babajode Sanwo-Olu, has said such message is “reckless” and “divisive”. He called on security agencies to investigate the development.
