Igbos Have Been Neglected Since Time Immemorial – Eze Ndigbo of Lagos
“Nobody cares about the South East Zone, we have the highest number of unemployed youths. We have the highest rate of bad roads which is as a result of erosion that has crippled the region. Some communities have been cut off due to flooding and erosion and other natural causes. Our people cannot go to the farm again because their lands are no longer safe.”
“Right now, I expect the Federal Government to setup a committee to look into this matter. They should invite all the various stakeholders and most especially the agitators, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) to find out reasons for their protests which have crippled commercial activities in the region.
“Remember that the Niger-Delta Militants have also protested due to their neglect of the South-South region and this led to the setting up of Amnesty programme and NDDC. Government should not wait until this issue is escalated and become another monster like Boko Haram which started in form of protest.
“Again, those who claim its about politics are being economical with the truth. Let them visit the South East from Onitsha and they will wonder if this is part of Nigeria.”
“Our roads are death traps and yet we keep hearing that road contracts were awarded, but where are the roads. Where are the billions allegedly spent on these roads. I believe this protest will be a thing of the past if the Federal Government invites all stakeholders. The contractors must tell us why they fail to complete these projects.” he said.
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