 still talking about nation-building, the Igbo and Yoruba community leaders in the northeast Nigeria have called for the unity of the country. They are noting that with fairness and equity, the nation will overcome its threatening situations. This report is presented from our studios. Igbo Day celebration in Yola had in attendance all and sundering. The southern leaders insisted that oneness of the nation is not negotiable, urging separatists to shelf such ideas and embrace dialogue for collective interest. The president of General Igbo Cultural Association, Adamua Fidelis-Ume, appreciated the state government for providing an enabling environment in which they operate. However, congratulating the Igbo of Yola for sustaining the spirit and objective of Igbo Day concept and making it a positive vehicle for sharing their collective dreams and aspirations. We're there over the years and we are believing this fully and we're believing in harmony. So those calling for the separation of power, the separation of states or the separation of other countries, they are not doing Nigeria any good. All we need to do is stay focused, stay united as one Nigeria. Igbo of Adamua Godwin-Umenaka called for prayers and the unity of the nation. He, however, charges his subjects to be lower-biding as well as reaffirm their vote of confidence in Governor Amadou Umaru Fintiri for his peaceful dispositions in government. This is coupled with his giant developmental strides in all parts of the state. All the Uruya Hinesis in Nigeria are praying for peace. And I believe that God has answered our prayer. I believe when God says yes, nobody can say no. When we pray about peace, over one year now, all the Christian Muslims are praying for peace. And God has answered our prayer. We in Yoruba in the North, we believe the unity of Nigeria. If we were not, we would have never had the mind of separate. If we were always peace, peace in the North, and we are all one. I'll go to my brother to call the country for restraint. Whatever asking for can be achieved through dialogue. They called on Nigerians to work for the unity of the country insisting that individuals or original interests should not be above collective interest. Get notified about fresh news updates