By Christian Aburime
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has called for a structured and intellectual discussion on the place of the Igbo people in Nigeria, urging stakeholders to embrace dialogue rather than agitation.
Soludo made the call in Awka after watching “The Tale of Two Nnamdis”, a stage play written by Tobe Osigwe and performed by students of the Theatre Arts and Film Department of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
He praised the students for initiating conversations on issues affecting the Igbo people, stressing the need for evidence-based and constructive engagement.
The governor criticized actions such as prolonged sit-at-home orders, saying they often hurt the same people they are meant to protect. Drawing from his experience during the Nigerian Civil War, Soludo emphasized the importance of peaceful dialogue and political negotiation.
Describing himself as a Pan-Africanist and proud Nigerian, he said the prosperity of the Igbo people is tied to broader national and global opportunities.
He also referenced the legacy of Nnamdi Azikiwe, noting that negotiation and political bargaining remain vital tools for achieving collective goals.
Soludo further urged Ndi Igbo to clarify their position on national politics, particularly regarding aspirations for the presidency, while expressing readiness to engage in civil discussions with all groups.
He reaffirmed his support for initiatives that promote constructive dialogue on the Igbo question and called for tolerance of differing views.
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