A Non-governmental organization, Human Life Protection Advocacy Initiative, HLPAI, has called for the immediate sack of the Nigeria Minister for Environment, Mallam Lawal, over alleged acts of economic sabotage and tribal bias. The demand was made public in a press statement issued by the Imo State group Coordinator, Prince Chukwudi Francis Maduba, following an alleged refusal of the Minister to approve Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, CITES, permits for qualified Igbo exporters despite on time payment for the bid. He stated that the alleged refusal was a clear indication of tribal discrimination and a deliberate attempt to suppress the economic activities of a particular ethnic group. Maduba, pointed out that the attitude of the Minister is not just a case of bureaucratic delay but a clear move for economic sabotage, “Igbo businessmen who have met all requirements and paid for their permits are being unjustly denied access, while people from other ethnic backgrounds are given preferential treatment. This kind of tribal sentiment is dangerous and must not be allowed to continue under a Government that promises fairness and unity, ”he alleged. The HLPAI coordinator went further to allege that the recent act is not the first time Mallam Lawal has targeted southeastern businessmen, citing previous instances involving wood exporters who also faced similar delay and refusal from the Ministry. “It is a recurring pattern of injustice, and it reeks of ethnic bias,” he added. Maduba remarked that the actions not only stifle legitimate business operations but also contribute to national disunity. “How can we preach one Nigeria while some citizens are being treated like outsiders in their own country? The President must act now to prove that his administration stands against all forms of discrimination. "HLPAI is urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to investigate the matter and take immediate steps to remove the Minister from office, his continued stay poses a threat to both national unity and economic stability.maduba further stated. He noted that the call for the sack of the Minister is a demand for accountability, maintaining that many eyes will be on the Federal Government to see how it responds to the growing concerns from advocacy groups and the affected Business Communities.