Lagos Govt condemns threats against Ndigbo, warns against discord

By Sodiq Adelakun

The Lagos State Government has denounced a social media post threatening the Igbos in Lagos, describing it as “reckless, divisive, and dangerous rhetoric.”

In a statement signed by Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, the government distanced itself from the post, which called for the Igbos to vacate Lagos and the Southwest.

“Lagos remains home to every Nigerian citizen regardless of their ethnic nationality,” the statement read.

He said the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu viewed the post as an attempt to sow discord between the Yoruba and other tribes in Lagos.

He appealed to Lagosians to ignore the post and promised to ensure lasting peace in the state.

“The Governor of Lagos State and indeed, Lagos State Government wish to distance themselves from the reckless, divisive and dangerous rhetoric.

“Lagos remains home to every Nigerian citizen regardless of their ethnic nationality,” he added.