The Ndokwa Nation, a vital contributor to Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, is calling for an immediate review of the oil quantum allocated to its people. Despite the wealth extracted from their lands, the Ndokwa community continues to suffer from poverty, environmental devastation, and neglect.
The Save Ndokwa Nation Group (SNNG), led by National Coordinator Marcus Enudi, has urged the federal government to rectify the stark disparity between Ndokwa’s contributions to Nigeria’s oil economy and the limited returns its people receive. Enudi stressed that the region bears the brunt of oil extraction—polluted waterways, damaged farmlands, and health crises—yet reaps almost none of the benefits.
“This injustice has left the Ndokwa people frustrated and marginalized,” Enudi stated. “We’re not just demanding economic justice; this is about fairness and survival.”
Ndokwa has seen widespread environmental destruction from oil operations, with residents losing access to clean water and fertile land. Enudi pointed out that a review of the oil quantum is essential to fund vital improvements in education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
“The environmental impact on Ndokwa is immense. Communities are struggling to survive. We need this review not just for economic reasons but for the future of our people,” he added.
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Though Ndokwa has remained peaceful, the ongoing neglect is raising fears of potential unrest. Community leaders warn that without action, the government and oil companies risk destabilizing the region.
“The patience of the Ndokwa people has been remarkable, but there is growing concern that continued injustice will ignite social unrest,” Enudi warned.
The SNNG is calling on the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), and the Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) to urgently address the situation. They also appealed to the National Assembly’s Committees on Petroleum to take swift action.
Enudi emphasized that the review process must be transparent, inclusive, and involve local stakeholders, traditional rulers, and the Ndokwa community to ensure long-term peace and development.
