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By Guardian Nigeria
13 August 2024 | 8:36 am
The Niger Delta Coalition Vision (NDCV), a group advocating for peace and development in the Niger Delta, has responded to a recent open lett
Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) building. Photo/facebook/officialNDDCThe Niger Delta Coalition Vision (NDCV), a group advocating for peace and development in the Niger Delta, has responded to a recent open letter written by Mr. Michael Johnny to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, addressing the management of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).
In a statement signed by the President General of the coalition, HRH Alaowei Amawari, titled: ‘Let Chief Michael Ogboku Breathe; Stop Your Pull Him Down Syndrome,’ the coalition expressed concerns over the letter, which has been circulating on social media and in sections of the mainstream media.
The statement read in part, “The call for a ‘Forensic Auditing’ of the NDDC and the suggestion regarding the ‘Non-extension’ of Chief Samuel Ogbuku’s administration are concerning. The plea for the President to direct various investigative bodies to scrutinise the operations of the NDDC warrants further discussion.”
Noting the need for unity and constructive engagement to address the socio-economic developmental challenges of the Niger Delta, the NDCV stressed the importance of supporting progress and development for the collective benefit of the region.
The NDCV called on the leadership of the Ijaw Ethnic Nationality to encourage individuals to engage in actions that promote stability and progress in the region.
The statement further affirmed the commitment of the Chief Dr. Samuel Ogbuku-led NDDC management to advancing the development of the region, creating economic opportunities, and ensuring accountable leadership.
The statement urged President Tinubu to give greater consideration to the sustainable development needs of the Niger Delta region and to support the efforts of the current NDDC management.
It also encouraged all stakeholders to constructively engage with the NDDC Board and Management to continue the path of transformation in line with the ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ of Mr. President, aiming to fast-track the sustainable development of the Niger Delta Region.
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