By Chamberlain Adiaso: The bleeding wounds of the southeast

The South East is in crisis, desperately seeking the caliber of selfless leadership embodied by the late Ojukwu.

Instead, we see only self-interest and personal ambition. Our ancestors weep for the lost voice and the absence of those willing to lead with integrity. Ndi Igbo, the time for passive waiting is over. We must confront our elected officials—the Governors, Senators, and Assembly members—and demand accountability.

To simply await the next election is a profound failure. We must remember who we are, stand together as one, and fiercely challenge the intimidation and non-recognition that marginalizes our unity.

The unresolved burden of past disunion still lingers. Let us unite now, speak with collective strength, and fulfill the destiny we are bonded and blessed to achieve. Ndi Igbo, rise up and unite without fear!

The South East is crying out, not for another election, but for a true reckoning. We must discard self-interest and reclaim the legacy of selfless leadership.

The greatest failure is not the betrayal of leaders, but the silence of the people. Ndi Igbo, let the weight of disunity become the force of collective action. Unite and fear not.

The spirit of Ojukwu calls for unity against intimidation.

Who will wear the crown? The answer lies not in political seats, but in the unified voice of the Igbo nation.