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Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu made this public while briefing journalists in Umuahia. According to the Governor, Abia State has forthe past few days become the focus of security searchlight ocassioned by the reported skirmish between some groups in the State, especially the IPOB with the men of the Nigerian Army and stressed that the State remains a component of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and subscribes to the supremacy of the constitution.
He noted that the government was aware of the recent proclamation of Operation Python Dance II in the South-East region of the country which is aimed at checking kidnapping, banditry, secessionist among others and advised Abians and other residents to remain law abiding while going about their lawful businesses.
The Governor, who stated that though the constitution grants freedom of movement to all citizens however discourages the influx of geople into Abia for purposes of unsettling the enduring peace in the State.
Dr. Ikpeazu assured that his government is committed to protecting the lives and property its citizens and other residents in the State.
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