Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has declared its backing for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration during these challenging economic times. President General Dr. Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu conveyed this commitment through a statement issued by the group's National Publicity Secretary, Alex Ogbonna.
The apex Igbo organization vehemently opposed calls for military intervention, reaffirming its support for democratic governance that upholds citizens' rights to express their views freely. Dr. Iwuanyanwu underscored that the Igbo community harbors no personal grievances against the president and cautioned against orchestrating protests against the Federal Government.
Highlighting the myriad challenges faced by the Igbo populace, including marginalization in political appointments and state creation, Dr. Iwuanyanwu expressed optimism that the Tinubu administration would address these issues in due course. He pledged to convene a gathering of top Igbo economists and experts across various fields to devise strategies for overcoming economic hardships.
The statement reflects Ohanaeze's proactive approach to engaging with the current administration, emphasizing collaboration and constructive dialogue to tackle pressing socio-economic concerns facing the Igbo community.