Former National President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Prof. Ukachukwu Awuzie, has urged the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo to speak out against the continued attacks on Peter Obi by some Igbo politicians. He recently had his say while speaking with newsmen in Owerri, and Nigerians have been reacting.
According to him, Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo and the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, should focus more on their respective responsibilities rather than constantly attacking Obi’s record.
Expressing concern over the continued silence of Igbo leaders amid the exchanges involving the South-East politicians, he added that Obi is the kind of leader Nigeria needs at the present time.
His words, “The patriotic Igbo man is known for speaking out. So, what are our Elders-in-Council in the South-East doing?
What about those in Ohanaeze Ndigbo and those in Imeobi of Ohanaeze?
Why can’t they call Governor Soludo and Engr. Umahi to order? They should tell the duo to leave Obi alone.
There should be a limit to greed, envy and jealousy. They should face governance; govern well and minister well.
They can’t be a match to Obi, no matter how they try to rubbish his credibility. Igbo elders should rise and show leadership.
Obi is a kind of leader Nigeria wants at this point in time. He is a different breed of politician. So, if Nigerians know what is good for them, they should bank on Mr. Peter Obi.
No matter what President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his stooges do or say, they will not succeed in putting a dent on the integrity, character and personality of Mr. Peter Obi.
Obi is a model and somebody Ndigbo are proud of and I believe that other Nigerians are also proud of him.
This is because, wherever he goes across the country, people troop out to welcome him.”
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