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The Lagos State Government has firmly rejected a provocative social media post by LagosPedia on X (formerly Twitter), which urged the Igbo community to leave Lagos and the Southwest of Nigeria<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This post also promoted a protest under the hashtag #Igbomustgo, scheduled for August 20-30, 2024.<\/p>\n

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, criticized the post for its dangerous and divisive rhetoric.<\/p>\n

He emphasized that such messages aim to create discord between the Yoruba and other ethnic groups residing in Lagos, which has always been a welcoming home for all Nigerians.<\/p>\n

Sanwo-Olu reassured all residents that Lagos remains inclusive and called for unity among its diverse population.<\/p>\n

He urged the public to disregard the inflammatory post and called on security agencies to investigate and prosecute those responsible for spreading such messages.<\/p>\n

The governor says he is committed to enhancing efforts to maintain peace and harmony in the state, ensuring that Lagos continues to be a haven for all citizens regardless of their ethnic background.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Lagos State Government has firmly rejected a provocative social media post by LagosPedia on X (formerly Twitter), which urged the Igbo community to leave Lagos and the Southwest of Nigeria. This post also promoted a protest under the hashtag #Igbomustgo, scheduled for August 20-30, 2024. 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