The deportation of Osun indigenes by the Lagos State Government came as a big surprise to many Nigerians, and Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has chosen not to be silence about it.
Indeed, Nigerians are very familiar with deportation, but not this type.
We often hear of Nigerians being deported from other countries. Never did anyone imagine that a time will come when Nigerians will be deported from another state within the same Nigeria.
This whole drama started over the weekend when several luxury buses were reportedly dropping off hundreds of young individuals at different locations in the Ilesa area of Osun after rounding them up from various parts of Lagos State.
Peter Obi’s Reaction
Peter Obi reacted to the latest development via a series of posts on X on Monday.
Obi said the alleged deportation is not merely a concern for Osun state but for all Nigerians who uphold the principles of unity, fairness, and justice.
He added that the action is very distasteful because of the far-reaching effects it will have on the National cohesion and development.
The LP presidential candidate, however, urged all Nigerians to remain calm and vigilant and await the outcome of the investigation to unravel the incident.
He wrote: “I am deeply saddened and shocked by the recent reports of the deportation of citizens mostly of Osun State origin by Lagos State authorities.
“This is not merely a concern for Osun State but for all Nigerians who uphold the principles of unity, fairness, and justice.
Distasteful Action
“I find this action very distasteful because of the far-reaching effects it will have on our National cohesion and development.
“As a pan-Nigerian advocate, I vehemently oppose any form of discrimination, injustice, or violation of our citizens’ rights.
“Every Nigerian, irrespective of their state of origin or place of residence, deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.
“Let us always remember that we are all Nigerians, united by a common destiny.
“And that it is our collective duty to uphold the values of unity, fairness, and justice, and to stand against any form of discrimination or injustice.
“Our constitution guarantees every Nigerian citizen the right to reside and find livelihood in any and every part of the federation.
Be Vigilant
”I implore all Nigerians to remain calm and vigilant as we await the outcome of the investigation.
“Meanwhile, the security agencies in Osun State are closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety and well-being of the deported youths.
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“Together, let us strive for a Nigeria where every citizen is accorded dignity and respect, regardless of their background or place of origin or residence.
“A new and different Nigeria is indeed possible! Let us strive towards it in unity”.
This troubling development comes at a time when the country’s president, Bola Tinubu and his vice, Kashim Shettima are nowhere to be found.
As we speak, Nigerians are confused, they do not even know where to channel their grievances.
