The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has sounded a stern note of caution to Nigerian youths, warning them to desist from any activities that could lead to war.
The warning comes following the death of a Commander of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Ikonso, who lost his life during a joint security operation involving the police, army and the Department of State Services on Saturday.
Ikonso’s death came after an attack was meted on the country home of Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, which claimed the life of three security officials attached to the governor.
In a statement released on the party’s verified Twitter handle alongside photos of the slain IPOB commander, APC noted that armed conflict has negative consequences which have long-term consequences on children and adults.
The statement read: “Dear Nigerian youth. Don’t allow anyone to send you to war with another Nigerian, community, state or tribe. Those things native doctors would give you cannot protect you. Military technology of today is beyond our native doctors who have not made any advancement in 100 years!
“War destroys communities and families and often disrupts the development of the social and economic fabric of nations. The effects of war include long-term physical and psychological harm to children and adults, as well as reduction in material and human capital.
“Armed conflict has important indirect negative consequences on infrastructure, public health provision, and social order. These indirect consequences are often overlooked and unappreciated.”
