Igbo People are Peaceful

Igbo People are Peaceful

A few days ago one of the leaders of the Igbo people spoke out against corruption. He said he was of the firm conviction that his people have spoken out for peace. They mentioned peace as a goal.

“Ndigbo (the Igbo people) are not at war with Nigeria, stressing that Ndigbo would continue to seek justice, peace, and fairness in all their dealings with everybody in Nigeria,” he said.

At an event honoring the former ambassador to the U.S., he took the floor. The events in Nigeria, particularly in Igbo land, are still a matter of concern to those who want peace.

Major General Obi Umahi described the recent events as the “tradition of home coming for Ambassador Obiozor.” He urged the ambassador to collaborate with south eastern governors, citing three areas that he felt needed attention.

Umahi said that one is the urgent need for state police, the second, the restructuring of the country, and third, the nomination of an Igbo leader. I just want to focus on the third!

He said that the nomination of an Igbo leader is critical for the region. But I want to stress that the nomination of a competent leader is even more important. I do agree that it is time for an Igbo to come forward soon. But I would like to see others do the same.

Final Comment on Layla Saad’s Book

I believe this is the 5th and maybe final statement on Layla Saad’s book, Me and White Supremacy, Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor. Though I have finished the book, I am in no way clear of the charge to become a good ancestor!

Ms. Saad’s book points the way for me to continue through my lifetime! She doesn’t make it easy. Instead, she says the book is just the first step for me to combat racism.

Among the many steps I have to take are

I am committed to challenging my white fragility by understanding a conversation about race is not about me.

I am committed to using my privilege for antiracism by accepting BIPOC have the right to be heard.

I am committed to challenging racism in other people with white privilege by asking them to support antiracism work to the best of their ability. 

The highlighted items are my answers, imperfect though they are, to her suggestions.

The work goes on!

British High Commissioner In Favo[u]r

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the ex-minister of Finance, is known throughout Nigeria for her signature outfit. Her head tie, Ankara clothing, and glasses have made her a favorite, or as the Nigerians say, a “favourite.”

The British High Commissioner in Nigeria, Catriona Laing, showed her appreciation for Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.

Nigerians had taken to Twitter. Catriona Laing celebrated with them to talk about the new head of WTO and the ex-minister of Finance. She dressed up in Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala’s signature head tie, Ankara, and glasses!