Speaking after a closed-door meeting with Imo State Governor
Rochas Okorocha in Owerri, Obi urged the government to engage the agitators in
a dialogue in its search to finding a lasting solution to the issue of
secession.
He said: “The Federal Government should, rather than apply
force, engage the players in dialogue as a means of finding a lasting solution
to the problem, especially the issue of Biafra.
“I have warned against the use of force against Biafra
agitators, the Federal Government should be open to continued dialogue, which
is what we are supporting.
“That is why I am here today to thank Governor Rochas
Okorocha for his efforts in managing the Biafra challenge in recent time.
“Our people won’t support the use of force against those
agitating for Biafra; it is a very delicate matter that must be treated with
caution.
“As a matter of fact, the federal government should release
all Biafra activists that are currently in detention to begin the process of
meaningful dialogue”
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