S-East govs, CAN meet over security, good governance
Vanguard Monday 14th February, 2011
South East governors of Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu and Imo states have pledged to ensure stability, peace and unity in the country. Chairman of Governors? Conference, Governor Peter Obi of Anambra State made the pledge Monday in Enugu, while addressing newsmen on the meeting the governors held with the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN. According to Obi, CAN is trying to help the political leadership to improve on governance and bring about peace and stability in the country. ?All the South-East governors are committed to one nation, where people?s talents can match up with opportunities. ?We want to build a better Nigeria for all. We are doing everything possible to ensure stability, peace and security of the country,?? Obi said. The News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, reports that th...
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