The Elders’ Council of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide has expressed happiness over the peaceful conduct of election in the southeast and south south.
In a statement on Tuesday by the Chairman of the Council, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, it noted that its recent appeal for calm among the angry agitators in the zone has helped calmed situations during the election.
While thanking the people of the zone for coming out to vote,he reiterated the proposed peace summit being organised by the Ohanaeze elders.
“I wish on behalf of Council of Elders of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide to express our thanks and appreciation to Igbos in Southeast, Rivers State, Delta State and other parts of Nigeria for coming out in large numbers to exercise their civic responsibility during the presidential election held on 25th February 2023,” he said.
“We are glad to observe that throughout the election, there was no kidnapping incident or attacks by unknown gunmen on innocent citizens in Southeast and other parts of Igboland.
“By this action, I am convinced that all those concerned have faithfully and loyally heeded to the request and appeal of Ohaneze Council of Elders Worldwide for peace in other to ensure full and uninterrupted participation of all Igbos in Nigeria election.
“You will recollect that at a meeting of Council of Elders, held before the election, the Elders agreed that peaceful resolution of the problem of insecurity in Igboland should be adopted.
” As soon as the election is over, we shall have a Peace Summit which we sincerely believe will pave way for peace and development of Igboland and Nigeria. Meanwhile, we look forward to a very successful 2023 elections where people’s vote will count,” Iwuanyanwu stated.
Credit: Daily Sun