Politics
2019: Igbo Leaders Endorse Atiku [PHOTOS]
Igbo leaders, on Wednesday endorsed the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar.
The decision was taken in Enugu by Southeast elders, comprising political, traditional and religious leaders as well as women groups.
They okayed the joint presidential ticket of Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi.
In a five-point communique issued at the end of the summit with the theme “Ndigbo 2019 and Beyond” held in Enugu, the leaders said that the position was based on the restructuring agenda put on the table by Atiku/Obi, which four zones of the country had agreed on.
The communique read by a legal luminary, Olisa Agbakoba, SAN said:
“The Igbo people of Nigeria held a 1 day non-partisan and inclusive Summit convened by Elders, Traditional and Religious leaders on Wednesday 14thNovember 2018 to consider Ndigbo’s place in the polity especially in light of the forthcoming 2019 elections.
“The summit deliberated on the State of Ndigbo in Nigeria today especially after years of exclusion from the center. This country has never been so divided as it is today. We Igbos have always yearned for a level playing field with justice, equity and fairness.
“The Summit recognized the nomination of His Excellency Mr. Peter Obi Former Governor of Anambra State as the Vice Presidential Candidate of the PDP and fully endorses this nomination. It was acknowledged that this nomination puts Ndigbo back in the center of governance. It is therefore important that Ndigbo should rally behind the Atiku/Obi ticket.
“We identify with the Atiku/ Peter Obi ticket on the restructuring agenda as has been reiterated by 4 zones of the country namely: South South, South West, North Central and South East. We believe that as long as the federating units remain weak the center will continue to be weak. We equally move to appreciate the position of the Atiku/Obi ticket in promoting national unity.
“In conclusion, the Summit reiterated that the time is now for Ndigbo to mobilize and organize effectively to realize the Atiku/Obi ticket. We are not campaigning against anybody, we are simply campaigning for our very survival. Igbo votes must count wherever Ndigbo live in Nigeria.”
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November 15, 2018 at 4:33 am
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November 15, 2018 at 5:18 am
2019: Igbo Leaders Endorse Atiku
Interesting Igbo leaders. Who are they leading outside their stomach? When the vultures gather, it will take a little time and their carcasses will litter the street. I saw many being drowned in flood. These Igbo betrayers will change this narrative soon without shame. We watch as events unfold
Anonymous
November 15, 2018 at 12:48 am
Our own dear honorable professor and big daddy Ben Nwabueze hugged Atiku Abubakar as he cried uncontrollably before saying that his last wish in life is to see Atiku become the President of Nigeria. Personally, I respect him alot and I believe other Igbo youths hold him in high esteem too. He is a role model for the younger generation and an inspiration for many. He was the co-founder of Ohaneze ndigbo with other respectable Igbo elites like Late Akanu Ibiam, Okigbo, Michael Okpara, K.O Mbadiwe, Chief Ugochukwu, PN Okigbo and Udoji in 1976. He is an achiever.
However, I do not subscribe to his request for Igbos to vote for Atiku. He has been a strong advocate for fiscal federalism but having worked with so many Hausa-Fulani politicians in the past, has not been able to accomplish his wish and Atiku is one of the politicians he worked with as he was the de facto President of Nigeria during his time as Vice President.
Most of you would agree with me that there is nothing new about Atiku. He is the same old Atiku. Nothing has changed. I am of the opinion that the 2 major Northern candidates contesting for the 2019 Presidency are no go area. They are 2 sides of the same coin. We all have the freedom to choose. Our big daddy have chosen Atiku while others went for President Buhari but neither of them is an alternative for me.
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 11:36 pm
They are not our leader..slaves under Atiku cant be our leader..Our leader is Nnamdi KANU..any other leader is on his own.
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 10:11 pm
Some thinking they are the only Nigerians, not known that they are only part of Nigeria! God bless you Papa.
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 9:39 pm
Noting like igbo leaders. the only leaders we know is IPOB members. if u dnt like it go & hug transformer.
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 9:27 pm
Igbos are well Atikulated, fortefied and determined to face any rubbish ranging from boko haram, shiites, Jubril, fulani herdsmen, APC crises, looting, NEMA fraud and all sundry issues.
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 9:27 pm
This old man hugging atiku was with MNK and he always booast of him for been upright
Mnk should know his enemies and friends
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 9:18 pm
Not ndi igbo point of correction is those devil bloodsuckers call themselves igbo politicians greed Fulani Hausa British slaves lunatics
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Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 8:59 pm
Biafrans are going home
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 8:31 pm
At the mention of that country Biafra Nigeria must bow.
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 8:24 pm
Who cares
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 8:08 pm
BIAFRA BIAFRA BIAFRA
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 8:04 pm
Okorochas community
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 7:58 pm
Shame shame shame.
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 7:52 pm
Nonsense
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 7:49 pm
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Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 8:58 pm
Muhammad Umar terrorist
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 7:38 pm
All.
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 7:37 pm
Only biafra we save u fools
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 7:14 pm
WE ARE BIAFRANS
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 7:13 pm
Money mongers..end use criminal and remain slave’s forever.
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 7:09 pm
They can’t play us again to remain in Nigeria, we want Biafra
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 7:03 pm
Tufiakwa
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 6:55 pm
Restructure or biafra is the answer not endorsing the same fulani criminals
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 6:49 pm
corrupt igbo leaders endorse a looter
Anonymous
November 14, 2018 at 8:03 pm
Ben Tom you called them corrupt Igbo leaders because they don’t support Buhari and Apc. This shows how stupid you are and your hatred against Igbo people.