FCT, Abuja – Ned Nwoko, senator representing Delta north, has said “the fact is that the average Igbo person feels marginalised” and would be satisfied with the creation of a new southeast or south-south state.
Nwoko said while speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programme on Wednesday night, October 30, monitored by TimesNow.com.ng.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain who has been leading the call for the establishment of Anioma state explained that Igbo ancestors are involved.
He said:
He continued:
Watch Nwoko’s interview below:
Earlier, TimesNow.com.ng reported that the house of representatives took a step toward creating a new state in the country’s southeast geo-political zone.
Lawmakers passed a bill for the first reading of the creation of Orlu state. It is now set for a second reading.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
