PRESIDENT TINUBU DIRECTS NSA, RIBADU TO LEAD OGONI RECONCILATION

President BOLA TINUBU has directed the National Security Adviser (NSA), NUHU RIBADU, to coordinate negotiations with various parties within Ogoniland in the oil-rich Niger Delta area to resume oil production in the area.

The President, who gave the directive in Abuja when he received Ogoni leaders including Governor SIMINALAYI FUBARA, as well as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), NYESOM WIKE, at the Aso Villa, said his administration would prioritize peace, justice, and sustainable development in the area. 

 President TINUBU called for unity and reconciliation, urging the Ogoni people to set aside historical grievances and work together to achieve peace, development, and a clean environment.

 On his part, Governor FUBARA thanked the President for his support of the Ogoni people and for welcoming an all-inclusive representation of the people to the Presidential Villa, and  pledged his delegation’s commitment to adhering to the President’s instructions and providing the necessary support to achieve the government’s objectives.