Former governors of Imo State Rochas Okorocha and Emeka Ihedioha were absent from the peace talks organised by Special Bishops Committee on Peace in Imo State.
Also, two time-Senator for Imo North, Senator Ifeanyi Araraume was absent at the peace talk held yesterday at the Maria Assumpta Cathedral, Owerri.
The Archbishop of Owerri Archdiocese, Archbishop Anthony Obinna said he was not disturbed about the absence of the leaders.
“I am not disturbed by their absence but you don’t know the process for now, but we are satisfied with what has been going on,” he said.
Archbishop Obinna, who is the chairman of the peace committee explained however that the process is ongoing and noted that there is still a chance for those who have not attended to attend.
He calls for prayers to be able to come up with a positive input that will help Imo to return as the most peaceful state in Nigeria.
“We have noticed that some quiet is returning in the state, we are not taking seeming apparent quiet as a final position that is why all hands have to be on deck to contribute in bringing peace back to Imo State.”
Subcommittee chairman of the event, Prof. Maurice Iwu and Jerry Chukwueke expressed satisfaction so far at the level of attendance by the stakeholders while hoping that more will turn subsequently.
The summit according to Chukwueke is for the clerics to interface with the past leaders and see how to swiftly return to business and restore confidence in investors after the insecurity challenge in the State.
Others that attended the summit include, former governors: Ikedi Ohakim, Achike Udenwa, Senator Frank Ibezim representing Imo North, Chris Anyanwu former Senator who represented Imo East.
