President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to correct the years of neglect of the Niger Delta region through the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Tinubu gave this assurance at the Niger Delta Stakeholders’ Summit 2024 held in Port Harcourt.
Represented by Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, the President said that the summit with the theme: “Renewed Hope for Sustainable Development of the Niger Delta Region,” marked a turning point.
“This administration brings renewed hope and prosperity and I believe this is the season we have been waiting for.
“It is our time to shine. To achieve lasting solutions, we must overcome disunity. Unity among the people of the Niger Delta and the entire nation is not just a choice but a necessity. Through our shared vision, we can overcome the obstacles before us.
“Mr. President is deeply committed to the development of the Niger Delta. The East-West Road will be a priority. The National Assembly, fully represented here today, will do everything in its power to ensure the completion of this crucial road.
“Additionally, the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road project will not only commence from Lagos but will also start simultaneously from the Niger Delta, ensuring both ends meet to complete the project,” he said.
According to him, the Niger Delta could sustain itself with its agricultural resources, particularly in rice production and fish farming, adding that by focusing on rice production, the region would not only meet its own needs but also contribute to the nation’s food supply.
He added that the region should not be solely defined by its oil reserves, but also by its agricultural achievements.