A public affairs analyst Chima Christian said the reports of ethnic profiling in Lagos State are becoming increasingly difficult to wish away.

He recalled that what started as mere political rhetoric has now mutated to include premeditated violence and suspected arson.

“Unless concerted efforts are made, things are shaping up to get worse,” a statement Chima issued on Monday reads.

The activist said if half of what Igbos faced in Lagos over the past few weeks were to happen to any other group, “their leaders would have spoken in no uncertain terms”.

Chima observed the political elite, especially those who harbour national aspirations, have to always strive to strip themselves of their Igboness.