UIPC WORLDWIDE CALLS FOR JUSTICE, IMPARTIAL INVESTIGATION, RECONCILIATION AND IGBO UNITY. Above Party Politics • Committed to Truth, Peace, Accountability and the Collective Interests of Ndigbo. Unity • Representation

UNITED IGBO POLITICAL CONGRESS (UIPC) WORLDWIDE

OFFICIAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (Q&A)

ON ALLEGATIONS OF POLITICAL PERSECUTION, DEHUMANISATION, POLITICAL THUGGERY AND MARGINALISATION OF THE IGBO NATION

Date: 12 October 2026

Subject: Impartial Investigation, Accountability, Political Reconciliation and the Collective Protection of Igbo Interests

QUESTION 1: What is the purpose of this communiqué?

Answer:

UIPC Worldwide issues this communiqué to address concerns about political intimidation, alleged persecution, dehumanisation, unlawful detention and political violence affecting Ndigbo. It calls for impartial investigation, accountability, reconciliation and coordinated leadership to protect the dignity, security, unity and collective interests of our people.

QUESTION 2: Which institutions and stakeholders are called upon to act?

Answer:

UIPC Worldwide calls upon Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, the Igbo Think-Home Development Initiative (Igbo Economic Initiative), and the United Igbo Patrons and Elders Congress (UNIPECA) Worldwide to provide leadership.

The appeal also extends to political leaders, traditional rulers, elder statesmen, religious leaders, professionals, community representatives, youth and women’s organisations, and Igbo stakeholders in the diaspora.

QUESTION 3: Why is an emergency Igbo consultative meeting necessary?

Answer:

The meeting would provide a platform to examine credible allegations of intimidation and violence and develop coordinated, peaceful and lawful solutions. All concerned parties must have a fair opportunity to present their accounts, and conclusions must rest on verifiable evidence rather than rumours or partisan accusations.

Political disagreement is legitimate in a democracy, but it must never justify violence, intimidation or the denial of fundamental rights.

As our elders teach:

“Egbe bere, ugo bere; nke si ibe ya ebena, nku kwaa ya.”

Let the eagle perch and let the kite perch; whichever denies the other space to perch, let its wings be broken.

This proverb emphasises coexistence, fairness and mutual respect.

QUESTION 4: What is UIPC’s Worldwide position on alleged political thuggery in Enugu?

Answer:

UIPC Worldwide expresses concern over a video reportedly circulating on 11 October 2026, allegedly showing gunfire involving individuals described as political thugs targeting supporters of the NDC in Enugu.

The footage’s authenticity, context, identities of those involved and alleged political affiliations require independent verification. UIPC Worldwide does not presume guilt before investigation.

Political parties, candidates, supporters and campaign organisations throughout the South-East are urged to reject violence, discourage inflammatory rhetoric and comply with the law. Anyone found responsible for criminal conduct should face appropriate legal consequences through due process, irrespective of political affiliation, ethnicity or status.

QUESTION 5: What is the danger of political conflict among Ndigbo?

Answer:

Political hostility threatens lives, livelihoods, community peace and collective development. UIPC Worldwide therefore urges stakeholders to prioritise dialogue over division and the common good over partisan interests.

The protection of Igbo interests must remain peaceful, lawful and inclusive.

QUESTION 6: What should an Igbo peace and reconciliation forum achieve?

Answer:

UIPC Worldwide calls for an inclusive forum involving relevant political representatives, community leaders and other stakeholders. It should:

1. Establish the facts through impartial investigation. 2. Give concerned parties a fair hearing. 3. Identify responsibility based on credible evidence. 4. Discourage intimidation, inflammatory statements and political violence. 5. Promote reconciliation and peaceful political competition. 6. Recommend lawful disciplinary measures or refer suspected crimes to competent authorities. 7. Develop mechanisms for conflict prevention and continued consultation.

The objective must be truth, accountability and reconciliation—not partisan retaliation or protection of influential individuals.

QUESTION 7: How should Igbo leaders demonstrate responsible leadership?

Answer:

Igbo leaders should rise above personal rivalries and place collective interests above individual political ambitions. Traditional rulers, elder statesmen, religious leaders, professionals, youth and women’s organisations, communities and diaspora stakeholders all have roles in promoting peace.

As another Igbo proverb reminds us:

“Otu osisi anaghị eme ọhịa.”

One tree does not make a forest.

Unity does not require identical political opinions; it requires cooperation and mutual respect despite legitimate differences.

QUESTION 8: Is UIPC Worldwide supporting any political party or individual?

Answer:

No. UIPC Worldwide maintains a strictly nonpartisan institutional position. It does not endorse or oppose political parties or candidates in its institutional capacity. Its commitment is to peace, justice, accountability, democratic principles and the collective wellbeing of Ndigbo.

No individual or organisation should claim exclusive ownership of the Igbo voice. Political disagreement must never justify dehumanisation, collective blame, intimidation or persecution.

QUESTION 9: What is UIPC’s Worldwide final message to Ndigbo?

Answer:

UIPC Worldwide calls for calm, restraint, impartial investigation and urgent dialogue. Lasting reconciliation requires truth, fair accountability and respect for human dignity.

As our elders teach:

“Eziokwu bụ ndụ.”

Truth is life.

Let us demand accountability without prejudice, defend our collective interests without hatred and pursue unity without suppressing legitimate differences.

The future of Ndigbo is greater than any individual ambition. Our unity must be strengthened by justice, guided by wisdom and sustained by peace.

ISSUED BY:

HIGH CHIEF MAJOR COC UZOR (RTD)

MBA, MPA, MPhil, FCNA, FCPA, FCFA, FCMA, FIFM, Ph.D.

National President UIPC Worldwide

UNITED IGBO POLITICAL CONGRESS (UIPC) WORLDWIDE

Motto: Unity • Representation • Responsible Leadership • Development

Issued in the collective interest of peace, justice, accountability and the enduring dignity of Ndigbo.