The Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom(UK), Sarafa Tunji Isola on August 15 hosted the President General of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu to a dinner in London.
A statement issued on Wednesday by the Nigerian High Commission in London, noted that the the Ohanaeze chief was honoured for his ceaseless advocacy for peace, harmony and unity of Nigeria.
During the dinner, Chief Iwuanyanwu, who has been decorated with the prestigious award of the Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) on behalf of the group, expressed deep appreciation to the High Commissioner for granting audience to the organisation, stressing that Isola was the first High Commissioner of Nigeria in the UK to grant audience to Ohanaeze.
Iwuanyanwu, who also bagged the awards of the Officer of the Order of the Niger(OFR) as well as Member of the Order of Federal Republic(MFR), urged Nigerian youth to disregard any issue that my incite discord and division in the country even as he admonished them to to uphold leadership principles of the nation’s founding fathers, which promote peaceful coexistence and harmony.
He also highlighted the potential of Nigeria for prosperity emphasising that” with harmony, equity and fairness, Nigeria can become one of the most prosperous countries in the world due to its abundant human and material resources.”
In his remarks, the High Commissioner emphasised the significant connection among Nigerian citizens in the UK particularly the Igbo Community, which he said is known for “its resilience, creativity and contribution to various fields that enrich the global tapestry of culture and progress.”
The envoy reiterated the importance of Nigerian unity, stating that it would facilitate stronger alliances with other nations worldwide. He also noted the strong bond within the Nigerian community and the robust diplomatic relations between Nigeria and the UK. The envoy tasked Ohanaeze to deepen the peace and unity and the camaraderie for the betterment of Nigeria.
