Igbos, not Fulani herdsmen, behind killings in South-East – Igbokwe

A prominent All Progressives Congress figure in Lagos State, Joe Igbokwe, has alleged that the wave of killings and destruction in the South-East is being carried out by Igbos themselves, not Fulani herdsmen as often claimed.

In a Facebook post on Thursday, Igbokwe expressed concern over what he described as misinformation surrounding the crisis in the region.

“The blatant and pathological lies about the killings and destruction in the South East can no longer stand.

“It is Igbo killing Igbo, it is Igbo destroying Igboland and put the blame on Hausa/Fulani herdsmen. This is not our culture. This is sad,” he wrote.

The APC chieftain, who hails from Anambra State, has been outspoken on issues affecting the South-East and has repeatedly warned against what he views as self-inflicted violence.

Earlier on Wednesday, Igbokwe also raised alarm over the rising tide of ethnic divisions in the country. Writing again on Facebook, he cautioned that many Nigerians remain unaware of the dangers.

“Good morning Nigerians! Ethnic bigotry is growing hopelessly like wildfire in Nigeria, and our eyes are not open to see the danger.

“I pray that the veil covering our eyes will be removed so that we can see clearly. Make we de play ooo,” he stated.