Anambra State Town’s People Association (ASTPA) Abuja branch has called for the unity of all Nigerians regardless of religious, ethnic or political differences.
The association made the call on Saturday during the Anambra Day Celebration held at Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja.
Speaking at the event, the President General of the association, Chief Arinze Anadu charged members to work towards a greater Anambra for the good of all.
Chief Arinze Anadu, President of the association
Chief Anadu emphasised that rebuilding Nigeria is a collective responsibility, noting that the yearly event aims at bringing together Anambrarians to celebrate their rich cultural heritage as well as discuss way forward for the nation’s progress.
In their separate interviews, some members of the group, Chief Patrick Chidolue, Chief Emeka Mbagha and Chief Amechi Ezeokoye urged the government to continue to protect the business interests of non indigenes and make the city habitable for all.
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The group further pledged to continue seeking peaceful co-existence among all ethnic nationalities cohabiting in Abuja, stressing that the ethnic groups must see themselves as different sides of a coin that shouldn’t have anything against one another.
“Today is set aside to celebrate ourselves and also remind ourselves of the need to key into the ‘aku ruo mantra’ of the current administration in Anambra under Governor Soludo.”
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“In Abuja here, we have to come to the understanding that we all have different roles to play in keeping Abuja safe for business and living. We are all important stakeholders in Abuja project, whether it is Government, traders or private sector. We must continue to foster peace and harmony through an avenue like this celebration, using the interaction to make Abuja better for everyone of us.”
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Anambra State Town’s People Association, ASTPA, stressed that Igbo traders remained prominent players in the economic growth of the nation’s capital, noting that Abuja’s development narrative would not be complete without the mention of the entrepreneurial spirit of the Igbos.
“This is another moment for the government to recognize sons and daughters of Anambra for their commitment to the growth and development of Abuja. Certainly, Igbo traders have been part of the good story of Abuja; their entrepreneurial spirit is second to none and the Igbo enterprising spirit has become a case study in Harvard, which is the biggest business school in the world.
“The contribution of Ndi Anambra in the livelihood of their host communities here should be acknowledged.
Trading is a veritable link between producers and consumers, which is the area the Anambra traders have tirelessly worked to define the growth trajectory of Abuja.
Daily Gazette reports that highlight of the celebration was the showcasing of various masquerades by different communities, blacksmith, among other activities that underscores the rich cultural heritage of Ndi Anambra.
