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Nigeria’s UK envoy hosts Ohanaeze Ndigbo leaders, seeks continued peace, unity

Mr Ishola reiterated the importance of Nigeria’s unity, stating it would facilitate stronger alliances with other nations worldwide.

• August 17, 2023
Nigeria's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Tunji Isola
Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Tunji Isola[photo credit : Chronicles.ng]

Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Tunji Isola, hosted the president-general of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, and other eminent leaders of the Igbo race on Tuesday in London.

In a statement in Lagos on Thursday, Mr Iwuanyanwu said the envoy hosted them at the high commissioner’s residence in London to discuss the promotion of peace and unity in Nigeria.

Mr Iwuanyanwu said another purpose of the event was to foster familiarity between the mission’s staff and members of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo.

He appreciated the high commissioner for granting the organisation an audience.

“Also, I urge Nigerian youths to disregard any issue that may incite discord and division in the country.

“Instead, the youths should uphold the leadership principles of the nation’s founding fathers, which promote peaceful coexistence and harmony,” he said.

He emphasised that with harmony, equity, and fairness, Nigeria could become one of the most prosperous countries in the world due to its abundant human and natural resources.

In his remarks, Mr Ishola emphasised the significant connections among Nigerian citizens in the United Kingdom, particularly the Igbo community.

Mr Ishola reiterated the importance of Nigeria’s unity, stating it would facilitate stronger alliances with other nations worldwide.

“This underscores the strong bond within the Nigerian community and the robust diplomatic ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.

“I urge the Ohanaeze Ndigbo to continue fostering unity, peace, and camaraderie for the betterment of Nigeria,” he said.

Mr Iwuanyanwu credits his success to the efforts of the federal government of Nigeria.

(NAN)

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