Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, has voiced its strong condemnation of the suspension of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. In a statement issued by Mazi Chima Uzor, the director of national interest matters, the organization expressed its concerns about the lack of due process in Emefiele’s suspension, viewing it as a deliberate attempt by the current administration to exclude the Igbos from public offices. Let’s delve into the details of their condemnation and the implications of this controversial decision.
The statement released by Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo Worldwide unequivocally condemns the suspension of Dr. Godwin Emefiele, the CBN Governor, by the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The organization argues that this suspension lacks due process, and it highlights the arrest of Emefiele despite a court order against the Department of State Services (DSS), which further adds to the provocative nature of the situation. The statement emphasizes the need for well-meaning Nigerians to resist this action and ensure justice prevails.
Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo expresses its deep concern that the suspension of Emefiele is part of a larger scheme by the new administration to systematically remove Igbos from public offices. It views this development as nothing short of ethnic cleansing and suggests that the motive behind it is the Igbos’ opposition to the current administration during the last general elections. The organization appeals to President Bola Tinubu to exercise caution in initiating his administration and avoid actions that could further destabilize the nation.
The statement concludes by urging President Bola Tinubu to reconsider this unpopular decision and allow Dr. Emefiele to complete his term as the governor of the apex bank. It emphasizes the importance of preserving the reforms implemented by the CBN under Emefiele’s leadership and warns against jeopardizing the progress achieved thus far. Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo calls for a more inclusive and harmonious approach that respects due process, diversity, and unity in Nigeria.
Ohanaeze Ndi Igbo’s strong condemnation of the suspension of CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele underscores their concerns about the lack of due process and the perceived ethnic cleansing agenda. They urge President Bola Tinubu to reconsider this decision and foster an administration that embraces inclusivity, diversity, and unity. This contentious issue raises questions about the implications of such actions on the nation’s stability and the need for fair treatment of individuals in public office.
