From Magnus Eze, Enugu
Coalition of Concerned Citizens (CCC) has applauded Imo Governor, Hope Uzodimma, on his efforts at tackling insecurity in the state.
Coordinator of the group, Boma Pepple, alleged that some enemies of Imo were hell bent on destroying the state for selfish gains, even as he noted that the state government had risen to the occasion.
In a statement, the coalition said: “Uzodimma heads the constituted authority in the land and it is the duty of all patriotic citizens to support the government.
“As concerned Nigerians, we believe Imo people are one and have overcome a lot together and this time too shall pass.
“Politics is a game of number and in any democracy, the opposition has its check and balance roles to play. These roles are expected to be constructive and in the general interest of the state. However, the reverse seems the case in Imo State.”
The group said security was the responsibility of all and in the Imo situation, it urged people to be their brother’s keeper and support the governor in his committed drive to rid the state of all forms of criminality.
“The recent visit of Governor Uzodimma to President Muhammed Buhari in Abuja gives an insight into the diabolical plots of the opposition politicians in the state.
“But, the good news to the people of Imo is that they have an experienced politician that is capable of steering the ship of the state to the Promised Land.
“The governor with the assistance of the Federal Government is leaving no stone unturned to see that lasting solution is found to the incessant insecurity,” Pepple said.