A former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has called on the people of Umuoba-Anam and Aguleri in Anambra East Local Government Area to immediately stop hostilities and work towards peace. Obi, who governed Anambra State from 2006 to 2013, made the appeal on his official social media account, expressing concern over renewed tensions between the two communities. He emphasized the need for dialogue and reconciliation to protect lives and livelihoods.
The land dispute between Umuoba-Anam and Aguleri has raised concerns about the impact on residents and their livelihoods. Obi noted that the violence would only worsen the hardship already being experienced by residents, stressing that destruction caused by conflict would serve no useful purpose. He urged community leaders to prioritize dialogue and work towards restoring peace.
Peter Obi, who contested the 2023 presidential election on the Labour Party platform, has continued to comment on national and state issues since leaving office. In his latest intervention, he appealed to community leaders to prioritize dialogue and reconciliation. Obi stated that no grievance was worth the loss of lives, destruction of homes and livelihoods, or the suffering inflicted on families.
The appeal comes amid reported tensions between the neighboring communities in Anambra East Local Government Area. Umuoba-Anam and Aguleri are communities in Anambra East, one of the local government areas in the state's Anambra North Senatorial District. The communities have been experiencing hostilities, prompting concerns about the impact on residents.
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, had previously directed Amaeze Aguleri and Umuoba Anam communities to immediately cease all forms of hostilities and maintain absolute peace. The governor's directive was followed by Peter Obi's appeal, emphasizing the need for peace and dialogue.
Peter Obi's statement was met with attention, as he urged both communities to choose dialogue over violence and reconciliation over revenge. He emphasized that there was always a better way to resolve differences and appealed for wisdom and peace for the communities.
The situation in Umuoba-Anam and Aguleri remains a concern, with residents and stakeholders calling for a peaceful resolution to the land dispute. Peter Obi's intervention is seen as a move to promote peace and stability in the region.
Key points
- Peter Obi appeals to Umuoba-Anam and Aguleri communities to cease hostilities and pursue dialogue.
- The land dispute has raised concerns about the impact on residents and their livelihoods.
- Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, had previously directed the communities to cease hostilities and maintain peace.
