Halt Demolition of Property in Lagos, Ohanaeze Tells President Tinubu

Benjamin Nworie in Abakaliki

The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation Ohanaeze Ndigbo has called on President Bola Tinubu to halt property demolitions in Lagos, release Nnamdi Kanu, enhance trade policies, and reopen the Calabar Seaport to stimulate economic growth in the country.

The body also lauded President Tinubu for the strides made in his first year in office, expressing optimism for the future.

In a statement issued by the Secretary General of the organisation, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, the body declared Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi as the best performing minister in Tinubu’s cabinet.

The organization also advocated the removal of underperforming ministers to drive progress and efficiency.

Isiguzoro noted that despite inherited challenges such as a retrogressive economy, treasury looting, and infrastructural decay, President Tinubu has demonstrated the political will to overcome these obstacles even more effectively than the previous 8 years under former President Buhari.

According to Ohaneze, “The first year of President Bola Tinubu’s administration has been heralded as a period of progress and development by Ohanaeze Ndigbo. Despite inherited challenges such as a retrogressive economy, treasury looting, and infrastructural decay, President Tinubu has demonstrated the political will to overcome these obstacles more effectively than the previous 8 years under former President Buhari.

“During Buhari’s tenure, the Southeast region faced deliberate economic suppression and targeting, leading to strife and insecurity. In contrast, President Tinubu’s administration has fostered hope and progress in the Southeast through initiatives like the ongoing road reconstruction and rehabilitation projects led by Senator Dave Umahi, fostering economic activity and inclusivity.

“Ohanaeze Ndigbo unequivocally declares Senator Dave Umahi as the best-performing Minister in the Federal Executive Council due to his diligence, dedication, and innovative ideas that have reshaped the region’s narrative. The organization also commends Minister Nyesom Wike for his visionary leadership, Minister Toju-Ojo for his reformative efforts, and presidential aide Bayo Ononuga for his invaluable contribution to promoting President Tinubu’s vision.”

Ohanaeze Ndigbo further affirmed its commitment to partnering with the government and urged opposition leaders to join hands with President Tinubu to rebuild the nation for prosperity and progress.