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By Emmanuel Kanayo
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\u200eThe Hon. Chima Njoku Support Group has condemned the alleged machete attack on one of its members, Mr. Ugochukwu Eke, describing it as a direct assault on peace and political tolerance in Etche Local Government Area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u200eThe group\u2019s leadership, led by Director-General Hon. Chukwuemeka Samuel Njoku (Mayor) and all 19 Ward Coordinators, visited Mr. Eke in hospital today to ascertain his condition and assure him of the group\u2019s solidarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u200eAccording to the group, Mr. Eke was allegedly attacked and cut with a machete by one Mr. Divine Nnochiri Obiajunwa.
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\u200eSpeaking after the visit, Hon. Njoku described the incident as \u201cunfortunate and unacceptable,\u201d stressing that no political disagreement should degenerate into bloodshed.
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\u200e\u201cEtche is a land of peace, brotherhood and communal values,\u201d the DG said. \u201cWe strongly condemn every act of violence, intimidation and political provocation. We are calling on security agencies to conduct a thorough, impartial and professional investigation, and ensure that justice takes its course.\u201d
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\u200eThe group made it clear that it is not seeking revenge.\u00a0
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\u200e\u201cWe will not take the law into our hands. But we will not abandon our own. Our response will be firm, organised, lawful and resolute,\u201d Hon. Njoku stated.
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\u200eThe support group also restated the position of its Principal, the Executive Chairman of Etche LGA, Hon. Chima Njoku, who it said \u201ccame prepared to work.\u201d
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\u200e\u201cIt is unfortunate that at a time the administration is delivering visible projects across Etche, enemies of progress are trying to create unnecessary distractions,\u201d the communiqu\u00e9 read.
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\u200e\u201cWe say NO to every attempt to derail, destabilise or distract the Hon. Chima Njoku administration through violence or intimidation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u200eThe group called on stakeholders to help de-escalate tension: Security agencies should investigate the attack on Mr. Eke and prosecute anyone found culpable. Political leaders should caution supporters against violence and provocation. Traditional rulers should use their influence to promote peace and reconciliation. All political actors should remember that politics must not become war against our own people. Members of the group should remain calm, disciplined and law-abiding and must not retaliate.
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\u200eIn its resolution, the group vowed: \u201cWe will not be intimidated. We will not be divided. We will not be distracted. And we will not abandon our members.\u201d
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\u200eThe group wished Mr. Eke a speedy recovery and urged his family to remain calm as authorities handle the matter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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