The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has reassured investors of the safety and economic potential of Alaigbo, declaring that the South-East region is well-equipped to accommodate their investments.
In a statement released on Tuesday, IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful urged Igbo businessmen and women to bring their investments back home to avoid future regrets.
This call comes in response to growing concerns among Igbos in Lagos and other states, who have expressed frustrations over government policies and the attitudes of host communities that negatively impact their businesses.
Despite assurances from various state governments about the safety of these businesses, IPOB remains unconvinced by the response.
According to Vanguard, IPOB praised Evangelist Ebuka Obi, the founder of Zion Ministry, for his proactive decision to relocate the ministry’s headquarters to Ngor Okpala LGA in Imo State.
The group called on other Igbo entrepreneurs to follow Obi’s example and reinvest in Alaigbo.
IPOB commended Obi for his “courageous move” and stressed the importance of bringing investments, industries, and properties back to the South-East, as contained in their full statement.
“If you fail to follow suit now, you may regret it later,” the statement warned.
The group also expressed gratitude to the communities of Amala, Ntu, and Eziama in Ngor Okpala for their support in hosting the Zion Ministry’s headquarters. They urged all Igbo people to relocate their businesses back home, emphasising that Alaigbo is “big and safe to accommodate everyone” and has the potential to become an economic hub in Africa.
The sessional group highlighted the importance of existing businesses in the South-East, such as Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company, Ibeto Group, and Geometric Power Plant, among others, praising their contributions to the region’s economic viability.
The group also called on the youth of Ngor Okpala to work towards creating a crime-free environment, which would attract further investments and job opportunities.
As IPOB continues to advocate for the return of Igbo investments to the South-East, they assured that the Eastern Security Network (ESN) would maintain safety and security in the region.
“We all have responsibilities to bring out the greatness in our land by bringing our investments home,” the statement concluded.
