Dimapur, Oct 23 (MExN): The NSCN-IM Lotha region stated that mob violence in the Lotha region were the outcome of excesses committed under the order of (NSCN-K) Kilonser AZ Jami and not by the former organization’s cadres.
“Those past omissions and commissions committed were under the dictatorial leadership of AZ Jami. Therefore the Lotha region authorities appreciate the confession of AZ Jami under whose leadership heinous crimes were committed not only against the Lothas but the Nagas in general; it is to be reminded that most of these crimes were committed to fulfill his personal interest without the knowledge of the central authorities” a statement from the region said.
It stated that Jami in a quest to absolve himself of “the ruthless massacre of innocent pubic and freedom fighters, has been issuing statement after statement, the latest being on of them”. The region maintained that in a revolutionary government, the people are expected to cooperate with the “freedom fighters” who have dedicated their lives to “protect their rights and duties”. “It must be noted that history has shown that in any revolutionary government, anti-nationals have no place in the society. Therefore the public should not be judgmental over incidents that must have occurred in the process of national activity” the NSCN-IM asserted.
The statement also asserted that Yisanbemo Kikon is a “dedicated freedom fighter molded in a perfect revolutionary spirit” and that the NSCN-IM acknowledges his “contribution to the nation”. The region, pledging to defend him or his family against any threat or harm, warned that any harm to him would not go un-avenged. “Therefore it is warned that to prevent further bloodshed and sorrow, caution should be observed. Over this issue the Lotha Region reminds that his activities were in the interest of the nation” the statement maintained.
The business community, contractors and governments servants “who have recognized the genuine freedom fighters” were also appreciated by the region for “their guts and salute them as heroes for refusing to pay tax to the renegade”.
