Worried by the security threats and the difficult socio-economic challenges facing the South East, the five governors from the region on Thursday, held a summit in Owerri, Imo state to proffer solution to the insecurity plaguing the zone.



The Summit is aimed at addressing some of the issues confronting the geo political zone, especially the insecurity, which has led to needless loss of innocent lives, and adversely affected the economy of the region.

The summit which had the theme “South East Beyond 2023, Time for a Reset”, was facilitated by the South-East Governors’ Forum and supported by Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide.

Among the governors present at the summit were the host, Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State, Peter Mbah of Enugu State, Alex Otti of Abia State and Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State, who was represented by his deputy, Patricia Obila.

Others present were former Senate President, Anyim Pius Anyim; President General Ohaneze Ndigbo, Chief Dr. Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu; Chairman of South East Traditional Rulers’ Council, Igwe Alfred Achebe; Security Chiefs, serving and retired members of the National Assembly, captains of industry, among others.

The host governor, Senator Hope Uzodinmma, in his welcome address, charged the governors, traditional rulers and other stakeholders at the summit to join hands in developing a sustainable template that will fast track the growth of the South East.

While preaching for peace, Uzodinma stressed the point for Igbo leaders and youths to bring growth to the homestead, calling for a conference between Southeast Leaders and Igbo youths to address issues affecting the region.

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