Biafra: Yahaya Bello Reveals Best Way To Resolve Agitations

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State has revealed that dialogue is the best way to resolve the current challenges facing the country.

Speaking in Umuahia on Friday when he paid a courtesy call on Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia state, Bello noted that Nigeria can never divide and will overcome its “differences and skirmishes”.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Onogwu Muhammad, Bello was quoted to have commended Ikpeazu for the warm reception he received in Abia when he came to the state for the burial of one of his friends’ mother.

He said: “I have always maintained this position that Nigeria can never divide; we can have differences, skirmishes here and there which by the grace of God, we shall overcome them and Nigeria will remain together.

“We in Kogi State look at everyone as a Nigerian first before we talk about where you come from or even your religion. Though tongues may differ, we are one. In Kogi State, we don’t emphasise what divides us but we emphasise more on what unites us.

“I want each and everyone of us to continue to preach peace, unity, and togetherness. Yes, some sections of this country may be agitated due to one thing or the other but it is only on roundtable such agitations can be best resolved.

“I call on all my brothers that feel aggrieved about the state of this country to sit on the table and pass through the proper channels to resolve them.”

On his part, Ikpeazu commended Bello for his leadership style and his action towards ensuring a united Nigeria.

He also described the Kogi governor as a good friend and strong ally, who has always offered words of encouragement.

“You have challenged some of us with your leadership style and you have been very courageous in expressing your views whether it is bitter or sweet,” Ikpeazu said.

“Most importantly, I want to thank you for galvanising the people of Nigeria for a united nation. God has brought us together as a nation and we are stronger together as a nation.”