Ikot Abasi Youths Plan Three-Day Protest Against Ibom Power Company

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Youths in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State are taking a stand against Ibom Power Company, accusing it of systematically excluding them from employment opportunities, subcontracts, and other essential aspects of its social contract with the host community. The youths, who have been repeatedly ignored by the company's management, are now preparing for a three-day protest to express their grievances. This dire situation has prompted the youths to threaten to shut down the power plant's operations if their demands are not met.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Ikot Abasi youths are protesting against Ibom Power Company's alleged disregard for its social contract obligations with the host community, including employment opportunities, subcontracts, and empowerment programs.
  • The company's management has persistently ignored the youths' appeals and negotiation attempts, prompting their decision to organize a three-day unfriendly protest.
  • The Chairman of the Forum of Clan Youth Leaders, Ambassador Patrick Udoetoh, has called upon key figures, including the Chairman of Ikot Abasi Local Government Area, Honourable Ime Williamson Essien, and the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, to intervene in the situation.

Statistics:

  • The youths have accused the company of persistently disregarding its social contract obligations with the host community.
  • The company has allegedly sidelined Ikot Abasi youths regarding employment, empowerment programs, subcontracts, and other aspects of its corporate social responsibility commitments.
  • The three-day protest is scheduled to take place, with the youths planning to shut down the power plant's operations if their demands are not met.

Sources:

  • A statement issued by the Forum of Clan Youth Leaders, Ikot Abasi.
  • Ambassador Patrick Udoetoh, Chairman of the Forum of Clan Youth Leaders and National President of the Edemaya Youth Association.