President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday received leaders of the Niger Delta region at the Aso Rock Villa. According to The Punch Buhari the 16-point request was presented by the Amanyanabo of Twon Brass Bayelsa State, King Alfred Diete Spiff on behalf of the leaders. Some of the requests made include allocation of oil blocks and... Read More

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August 23, 2016

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‘We don’t recognize him…’ | New militant group rejects Edwin Clark-led negotiation team

The Niger Delta Greenland Justice Mandate on Monday rejected the Chief Edwin Clark-led negotiation team leading a dialogue with the Federal Government on behalf of militant groups in the Niger Delta. The group showed support for the Niger Delta Dialogue Contact Group, led by the first military governor of Rivers State and Amanyanabo (traditional ruler)... Read More

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August 1, 2016

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GEJ, others begged us not to declare Niger Delta Republic – Militant group

Adaka Boro Avengers, a Niger Delta militant has said it cancelled its plan to declare a Niger Delta Republic after appeals from Ijaw leaders, including ex-President Goodluck Jonathan. In a statement issued by the spokesman of the group, Edmos Ayayeibo, the group reiterated its resolve to continue its activities until President Muhammadu Buhari showed a... Read More

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