Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has said that failure of the federal government to dialogue with Ogoni people before oil production begins in their area is fuelling clashes in the state. He disclosed yesterday that he had received a letter from the National Security Adviser (NSA) on the commencement of production at OML 11. He has however advised the federal government to engage both the state government and Ogoni people on the OML 11 issue, as dialogue would yield better results. According to the governor, the community leaders know all those involved in cultism. Urging the community leaders to assist security agents in their effort to end the menace, he noted his administration’s resolve to go after the cultists, to restore peace in Ogoni communities.

Source: The Guardian May 24, 2019 04:20 UTC