…ohanaeze youth warned against what it described as the “pull-him-down syndrome.”
OWERRI, NIGERIA- The iNews Times| The youth wing of Ohanaeze Ndigbo has declared its “total and unwavering support” for Hope Uzodimma, praising his leadership role in promoting unity, peace, and political relevance for the Igbo people.
Speaking during a press conference in Owerri at the weekend, the group’s National Publicity Secretary, Chika Adiele, commended Uzodimma for what he described as strategic interventions in stabilising and repositioning Ohanaeze Ndigbo.
Adiele also applauded the governor’s efforts to place Igbo interests at the centre of national political discourse through his role within the All Progressives Congress (APC).
“This is the time for Igbo leaders to unite, speak with one voice and stop undermining or betraying fellow brothers and sisters for personal or political gain,” Adiele stated.
The youth wing further urged governors across the South East not to allow external political forces weaken Uzodimma’s influence at the national level.
The group warned against what it described as the “pull-him-down syndrome,” stressing that such internal divisions must not resurface in Alaigbo at a crucial period in Nigeria’s political landscape.
According to the organisation, all Igbo political stakeholders should close ranks with Uzodimma in order to strengthen the region’s political relevance and secure its rightful place within Nigeria’s power structure.
Ohanaeze youth also advised governors and political leaders across the South East to align with what it called the “progressive leadership direction” championed by the Imo governor, who currently serves as Chairman of the South East Governors’ Forum.
“We shall continue to stand firmly with Senator Hope Uzodimma at all times for the betterment, protection and advancement of Ndigbo interest,” the group added.
