Abuja: Mr. Mike Okiro, former Inspector-General of Police, has successfully intervened and resolved lingering divisions that have rocked the South-South community in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the South-South community in Abuja was polarised by internal disputes and leadership tussles, which threatened the unity and progress of its people.
Supreme Ibitomi, the Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Okiro, stated in Abuja that through Okiro’s statesmanship, dialogue, and commitment to peace, he has brought together previously divided groups under one united umbrella. Leveraging his wealth of experience in conflict resolution and community building, Okiro facilitated reconciliation among stakeholders, restoring harmony and fostering a renewed spirit of brotherhood.
Supreme noted that Okiro’s role in this achievement draws from his legacy as the Inspector-General, during which he pioneered the Amnesty Programme that ended youth restiveness in the Niger Delta. The former police chief demonstrated his capacity to build peace, unite communities, and chart the course for development.
Okiro emphasized that what binds the community together is far stronger than what divides them, and expressed satisfaction that the South-South community in Abuja stands united again. He highlighted that with this unity, the community can achieve greater heights and contribute meaningfully to national growth.
Mr. Bello Premier, a major stakeholder, appreciated Okiro’s fatherly role in the reconciliation process, describing his intervention as the turning point that brought lasting peace. Mr. Dickson Omoregie also commended Okiro for demonstrating true leadership, noting that his selfless efforts have united the community and restored confidence among its members.
With the crisis now resolved, the South-South community in the FCT is poised to move forward in peace, unity, and collective development. Community leaders and stakeholders hailed Okiro’s intervention as timely, commendable, and a testament to his commitment to the progress of the South-South people both in the FCT and across Nigeria.
