Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida,
former military head of state, says the Igbo have done well in keeping Nigeria
together.
Babangida said this in Minna,
Niger state, when he received the Igbo Delegates Assembly (IDA) from the 19
northern states and Abuja on Saturday.
The ex-military leader said
Nigerians must ensure that the country remains one.
“You should continue to allow
your positive impacts to be felt among host ethnic nationalities in the
country, as you explore business opportunities available,” he said.
“Nigerians, Igbos inclusive,
should ensure they uphold the ideals of Nigeria’s founding fathers.
“An indivisible Nigeria is very
necessary and we must do everything possible to remain as one family, though we
differ in tribe and tongue.”
Babangida also asked the Igbo to
use “the spirit of enterprise” to promote peaceful co-existence among
Nigerians.
“You have done well to keep
Nigeria together,” he said.
“The Igbos are known to have the
potential of traveling far and wide, exploring new frontiers and business
opportunities.”
In his remarks, Chikezie Okezie,
IDA president, said Babangida’s advice is needed at “this point in our national
life”.
“As an elder statesman, your wise
counsel is very much needed at this point in our national life,” Okezie said.
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