The
attention of the governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano has been drawn
to the cover story of Vanguard and Daily Independent on Friday, July 3, 2015,
crediting him with some comments on the transfer of Boko Haram detainees to
Ekwulobia Prisons in Anambra State.
We
wish to inform the general public that Governor Obiano NEVER made any comments
to these publications. Since the eruption of this controversy, Governor
Obiano’s position has been consistent. This is fully reflected in the two Press
Statements issued on Sunday, June 28, 2015 and Wednesday July 1, 2015. In both
statements, his message was simple – he re-assured Ndi Anambra that he was on
top of the situation and that he was speaking with the relevant authorities to
achieve a peaceful resolution of the issue. Governor Obiano’s commitment to
this extremely sensitive issue remains the same.
The
Limit to Bitter Politics
For
the avoidance of doubt, Governor Willie Obiano is aware of the strong feelings
provoked by Boko Haram among Ndi Anambra and the people of the South East.
Therefore, he shall never use this subject of pain and anguish to play
politics. Those who are not held back by any moral considerations in their
pursuit of power, cheap popularity and vendetta are free to play with the agony
of the people for their narrow interests. But for Obiano, certain things are
bigger than politics. He therefore appeals to Ndi Anambra to go about their
normal businesses while he continues to engage the relevant authorities on the
matter.
Signed
James
Eze
Senior
Special Assistant to the governor on Media
