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ANEEJ Congratulates Governor Douye Diri on his election as Chairman of the South-South Governors’ Forum

ANEEJ Congratulates Governor Douye Diri on his election as Chairman of the South-South Governors’ Forum

BENIN CITY, EDO STATE. January 28, 2025… The Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice (ANEEJ) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State on his recent election as the Chairman of the South-South Governors’ Forum,  describing it as “well deserved.”

The Executive Director of ANEEJ, the Rev David Ugolor in a press release today said Governor Diri’s election during the recent summit of the Governors in Yenagoa is a testament to the confidence his colleagues have in his leadership and vision for the region.

Ugolor further noted that Governor Diri’s emergence as Chairman presents a pivotal opportunity for the South-South region to foster unity and collaborative action in addressing the pressing development challenges that confront Niger Delta communities. “We commend the collective decision of the governors to prioritize regional issues over political disagreements and emphasize the importance of working together for the common good of the South-South states.”

It will be recalled that in the communique issued after the meeting, the governors expressed their commitment to several critical initiatives, including the enhancement of regional infrastructure through the completion of the East-West Road project, the establishment of a South-South Regional Security Network, and the promotion of key economic activities such as regional flights and railway lines.

“ANEEJ wholeheartedly supports these initiatives and believes that they will significantly contribute to the socio-economic growth of the South-South region.

“Furthermore, we applaud the governors’ commitment to engage with the Federal Government on vital issues such as regional security and environmental remediation, particularly in areas affected by oil exploration and pollution. The extension of VAT sharing percentages to encompass other areas of derivation, including oil and gas, is also a crucial step toward equitable distribution of resources,” Ugolor stated.

He urged the South-South Governors’ Forum to remain steadfast in their mission to tackle the challenges facing the region. “We are also pleased to offer our technical support for the regional development initiatives outlined in the forum. By focusing on collaboration and unity, we can ensure a prosperous and secure future for all residents of the South-South,” Ugolor committed.

“We congratulate Governor Douye Diri on this well-deserved role. We look forward to witnessing the positive impact of his leadership on the region and beyond,” the ANEEJ helmsman assured.

For further information, please contact 08187674339 or info@aneej.org and follow us on twitter, Instagram and facebook: @aneejnigria,@Latakpu, aneej__nigeria and facebook.com/aneejnigeria

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