Niger Delta Humanitarian Groups Joins Governor Oborevwori to Welcome Nigeria’s First Lady to Delta State, Lists Key Demands
By Wilson Macaulay
WARRI
The Peace Development, Security and Humanitarian Rights Association of Niger Deltans, in conjunction with the Egbema Communities Peace Development and Humanitarian Rights Association, has thrown its weight behind Governor Sheriff Oborevwori in warmly welcoming Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, to Delta State on the occasion of her historic visit to Warri.
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The President of the coalition of humanitarian and advocacy groups
Comrade Mike JK Tiemo, speaking to a group of selected journalist described the visit of the First Lady as “epoch-making, symbolic and timely,” noting that it signals renewed federal presence and deeper engagement with the Niger Delta region.
Comrade Mike Tiemo in the Press
statement issued in Warri, said the visit of the First Lady, who is also a Senator of the Federal Republic, represents a bridge of solidarity between the Federal Government and the oil-producing communities of the Niger Delta.
According to Comrade Tiemo, “This visit is not only worthy of note; it is worthy of celebration. It brings federal visibility closer to our dear Delta State and offers a golden opportunity to address long-standing developmental and humanitarian concerns affecting our people.”
Strategic Requests to the Federal Government
While expressing appreciation to Governor Oborevwori for his leadership and partnership with the Federal Government, the groups used the occasion to outline critical areas requiring urgent federal intervention.
Top on their list is the revitalization of the Warri Port, which they described as a sleeping economic giant capable of transforming the region’s economy if fully operational. The association also called for immediate intervention in the establishment of an administrative and training centre of the Nigerian Defence Academy in Warri, arguing that such a facility would enhance security capacity and stimulate economic growth in the area.
They further urged the Federal Government to commence without delay the construction of the long-anticipated Coastal Road project linking Rivers State to Ondo State, noting that the strategic infrastructure would boost trade, tourism, and regional integration across the Niger Delta corridor.
Justice for Oil Spill Victims
The humanitarian bodies also raised concerns over the lingering issue of compensation for victims of the Bonga oil spill, calling for swift intervention to ensure payment and remediation for affected communities in the Niger Delta.
They stressed that environmental justice remains central to sustainable peace in the region, emphasizing that oil-producing communities deserve fairness, restoration, and adequate compensation for ecological degradation and economic losses suffered over the years.
In addition, the groups appealed for the construction of the Udo-Ofunama-Ogbudugbudu Road leading to Ogbudugbudu community in Delta State, describing the road as critical to rural connectivity, commerce, and access to social services.
On the educational front, the associations advocated for the conversion of the College of Education, Warri, into a full-fledged Delta State University of Criminology, Pharmacology And Research with specialized faculties in Criminology, Pharmacology, and Environmental Research. They argued that such an upgrade would position Warri as a centre of academic excellence and research-driven solutions to security, public health, and environmental challenges facing the Niger Delta.
In a bold and progressive appeal, the groups also agitated for 40 percent inclusion of women in politics and governance, noting that increased female participation is essential for balanced leadership, social justice, and sustainable development.
They commended the First Lady for her longstanding advocacy for women empowerment and expressed optimism that her visit would inspire greater gender equity across all levels of governance.
The associations reaffirmed their commitment to peace, development, and constructive engagement with government at all levels. They pledged continued support for policies that promote security, humanitarian advancement, and inclusive governance in Delta State and the broader Niger Delta.
Stakeholders across the region are hopeful that the visit of The First Lady,
will translate into tangible federal interventions and consideration capable of unlocking the vast socio-economic potential of Delta State and bringing lasting relief to its people.
The visit of the first Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria have indeed triggered Stakeholders across the region to make strong appeal and urgent calls for tangible federal interventions capable of unlocking the vast socio-economic potential of Delta State and Niger Delta in general by bringing lasting peace and relief to the people.
Her vist to Warri by extension signifies the Presence of the Federal Government and we most sincerely appeal that the demand of the people should be looked into as aforementioned
(DEMOCRACY NEWSLINE NEWSPAPER, FEBRUARY 25TH 2026)
