Niger Delta Region Vows to Support President Tinubu Beyond 2027

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) marked its 25th anniversary with a week-long celebration, culminating in a grand finale attended by former President Goodluck Jonathan, Senator George Akume, and others. President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, made a declaration that the region would rally around President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and resist those who conspired against his predecessor. He emphasized that the Niger Delta region, which produces the nation's wealth, has the right to choose who manages its resources.

Key Takeaways:

• The Niger Delta region has vowed to support President Tinubu beyond 2027, determining that he is fit to continue in office.
• The region has deemed President Tinubu's recognition of the Niger Delta a significant development, choosing to stand with him.
• Senator Akpabio criticized the high turnover of management teams at the NDDC, which has slowed development in the region.
• The current Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has maintained stability and continuity, allowing development projects to proceed.
• Former President Jonathan commended President Tinubu for continuing the current board of the NDDC, which will promote sustainable development in the region.

Statistics:

• 25 years: The number of years the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has been in existence.
• 2015: The year President Muhammadu Buhari defeated incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan in the general elections.
• 2027: The year President Tinubu's current term is set to end, according to Senator Akpabio's declaration.
• Countless: The number of development projects abandoned due to frequent management changes at the NDDC.
• Billions: The amount of money wasted on development initiatives due to management changeovers.

Sources:

• Statement by the Special Assistant to the President of the Senate on Media/Communication, Anietie Ekong.
• Official NDDC 25th anniversary celebration program.