VP praises the economic influence of the Igbo people, stating that half of Abuja’s property investments belong to them
By Wapcodehub9ja LIVE News Correspondent — Reporting Live from Maitama, Abuja
Vice President Kashim Shettima has described the Igbo people as the “greatest stakeholders in the Nigerian project,” stating that their economic contributions and nationwide investments remain unmatched across the federation. The Vice President made the remark during an engagement with business and political leaders, where he emphasized the crucial role Ndigbo continue to play in nation-building.
Shettima noted that the commercial strength of the Southeast has long extended beyond regional boundaries, contributing significantly to Nigeria’s revenue base, innovation culture, and private-sector development. According to him, Igbo entrepreneurs and professionals have become central to the country’s economic resilience.
In one of his most striking declarations, the Vice President stated that “half of Abuja is owned by Ndigbo,” highlighting their overwhelming investment presence in the Federal Capital Territory. He described this as evidence of their confidence in the unity and future of Nigeria, despite recurring tensions and political disagreements.
His remarks have sparked extensive reactions across social and political circles. Many Igbo leaders and commentators have praised the statement as a long-overdue acknowledgment of their contributions to national development. Others argue that such recognition must be backed by greater political inclusion, infrastructural investment, and policy fairness.
Political analysts say Shettima’s comment may signal renewed efforts by the Federal Government to strengthen trust with the Southeast ahead of ongoing conversations on equity, security, and national cohesion. According to experts, the Vice President’s tone reflects a strategic attempt to deepen economic cooperation and reframe national unity narratives.
Across the Southeast, residents and business groups have welcomed the Vice President’s statement but insist that genuine progress requires sustained engagement and visible policy outcomes. Many believe that Nigeria’s unity can only be strengthened when every region receives equal recognition, representation, and investment opportunities.
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