The Nzuko Edda General Assembly Abakaliki branch, the apex socio-cultural organization of Edda Clan, has commended Governor Francis Nwifuru for his decisive action to resolve the land crisis in Amasiri/Okporojo Edda.
The group, committed to upholding the cultural, social, and economic interests of Edda Clan, made the commendation during its meeting in Abakaliki as part of its resolutions. They decried the level of carnage suffered by the people of Okporojo and Oso Edda in the unfortunate crisis and noted the effort of government and its security agencies who bear an urgent responsibility to bring the carnage to an end.
The organization in a statement signed by Chief David Nkama, Chairman; Chief Stanley Ngwu, Secretary; and Hon David Uka Ag, Publicity Secretary described the interventions of Governor Nwifuru in addressing the crisis, as "commendable" called for the cooperation of all parties with the State Government to resolve the crisis.
The statement read, "We appreciate Governor Nwifuru's efforts in resolving the crisis. We also laud his Excellency for his human and capital development in the state."
The Nzuko Edda expressed hope that the Governor's commitment to resolving the land crisis will lead to lasting peace and development in the area. The organization noted the concrete step already taken by Governor Nwifuru to address the concerns of the people of Amasiri/Okporojo Edda, in ensuring that the land is protected and utilized for the benefit of the community.
The well-attended meeting also very highly commended the numerous efforts and interventions of the chairman of Edda Local Government Area, Hon. Prince Chima Ekumankama in tackling the unfortunate land crisis in Okporojo and resolved as follows:
- Condemned the intermittent blockage of Amasiri - Edda road and abduction of road users. It urged government intervention in ensuring hitch free Amasiri - Edda road usage.
- The date and day of the Assembly's meeting remain the First Sunday of the month;
- All village/autonomous communities' meetings held on the same day of the month be adjusted to a more convenient day to enable them to attend the General Assembly meetings.
- Appealed to all Edda sons and daughters resident in Abakaliki who are yet to register their membership with the Nzuko Edda to do so.
Some members who spoke, including Chief Stanley Ugwu, Chief George Ukpai, Prince Sunday Ugwuocha, Chief Patrick O Eze, Felix Okoro, Hon Nkama Nkama Ude, Pst Damian Onu and others, emphasized the need for more unity among Edda residents in Abakaliki and to strengthen the Branch.
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