Senator Nwoko Clarifies Oil Company Visits in Ndokwa, Gives Reasons for Anioma State Bill
By Emmanuel Enebeli
ASABA/Nigeria: Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has addressed criticisms following his recent visit to oil companies in Ndokwa, where he did not directly engage with local residents, as he defends his move at the floor with a Bill for the Creation of Anioma State.
Nwoko who spoke to Ndokwa Reporters on Tuesday, June 12, 2024, called for understanding from his constituents, as he respond to concerns from local leaders who viewed his actions as embarrassing to the people of Ndokwa. He clarified the purpose of his visit, emphasizing his commitment to fostering development in the area.
“I am doing everything possible for the possible. My visits to the IOCs and the communities were to see firsthand the issues and the problems. I learnt a lot. Moving forward, we will see for implementable solutions,” he stated.
Senator Nwoko highlighted his ongoing efforts to engage with International Oil Companies (IOCs) and local communities to identify and address pressing developmental issues. His proactive approach, according to him reflects his dedication to understanding and solving the complex challenges faced by Ndokwa Land.
He therefore called for practical solutions and forward-thinking strategy aimed at promoting sustainable development and meeting the needs of the people holistically.
Addressing the issue of creating Anioma State, Senator Nwoko defended the initiative as a reflection of the strong desire among the Anioma people for statehood, emphasizing their collective aspiration for their own state regardless of regional distinctions. He called for a swift action to achieve this goal, pointing to the enduring unity and cohesive identity of the people despite existing political boundaries.
“Some people really got all this wrong. I want Anioma State. Most others do too. How we get it is not the issue. Whether we are described as South-South or South-East or Midwest is really immaterial because it is just a political geographical expression. Our location and composition remain intact,” he said.