‎Sen Kalu Urges Communities Across Abia North to Embrace Peace

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, has enjoined communities across the zone to embrace love, peace and unity.
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‎He also warned that internal disputes must be resolved peacefully without loss of lives or destruction of property.
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‎The former Abia State governor gave the charge at the weekend in Igbere while addressing a group of Abia North think-tank leaders who paid him a courtesy visit.
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‎Southeastposts reports that the delegation was led by elder statesman Chief Nnanna Ukaegbu, Prof. Eni Kalu, Barr. ESV Olekanma, Bishop Silas Eke, among others.
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‎Uzor Kalu expressed concern over lingering internal disagreements in some communities, emphasising that such disputes should be settled amicably and internally.
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‎The federal lawmaker said violence and destruction only set communities backward and undermine collective progress, adding that peace and security are critical to attracting investment and accelerating development in Abia North, explaining that investors are more willing to commit resources in an environment of harmony and stability.
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‎The lawmaker stressed that love remains the strongest bond among communities, urging residents to adhere to the teachings of Jesus Christ by promoting forgiveness, tolerance and mutual respect. He warned that hatred and division could only stall development.
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‎Kalu also warned politicians against overheating the polity in Abia State, advising political actors to exercise restraint and avoid inflammatory statements capable of threatening peace ahead of future political activities.
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‎While describing himself as a committed democrat, the senator said he is fully aware of political developments in the state, acknowledging reports that some clerics and community leaders had called for him to run unopposed in 2027, thanking them for the confidence reposed in him.
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‎Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Ukaegbu assured the senator of their continued support, noting that the think tank remains committed to promoting peace, unity and constructive engagement across Abia North.