The National President of Nigeria’s Unemployed Youths Association (UYAN), Ebi Clifford Zuofa, has called for the swift removal of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Managing Director, Sam Ogbuku, citing gross incompetence, negligence, and disregard for the region’s welfare ¹.
After a tense town hall meeting with South-South representatives in Kaduna, Zuofa lambasted Ogbuku for the NDDC’s catastrophic failure to address Niger Delta’s crippling poverty, corruption, and underdevelopment. “Ogbuku must go,” Zuofa emphasized, highlighting that since Ogbuku took office, Niger Delta has seen no development and no reduction in joblessness ¹.
UYAN’s concerns are backed by alarming statistics, revealing that 87% of Nigeria’s poor people reside in the Niger Delta, and the region has the second-highest out-of-school children after the North ¹. Zuofa stressed that endemic corruption is devouring resources in the Niger Delta, evident in the NDDC’s performance.
Key Demands:
- Immediate Removal of Ogbuku: UYAN demands Ogbuku’s removal due to gross incompetence and negligence.
- Protest Actions: The group threatens massive protests in Abuja, Port Harcourt, and other cities if Ogbuku remains in office.
- Adherence to NDDC Act: UYAN insists Delta State should produce the next NDDC boss, as Ogbuku’s tenure has expired.
Next Steps:
UYAN plans to collaborate with northern groups to pressure the Federal Government into providing a conducive environment for employment opportunities ¹. With over 3 million youths registered for NDDC’s Project HOPE initiative, the region’s development and job creation remain pressing concerns ².
The NDDC boss has previously faced criticism, but also received praise from notable figures like former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson, who commended Ogbuku’s achievements in the region ³. However, UYAN’s demands underscore the urgent need for effective leadership and development in the Niger Delta.
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