Ex militants block east west road urge fg to name amnesty coordinator from niger delta
It appears that former militants from the Niger Delta region have blocked the East-West Road, a major highway in Nigeria, to demand that the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) appoint an amnesty coordinator from the region.
Here's a breakdown of the situation:
- The former militants, who are reportedly members of the Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) and other groups, have blocked the East-West Road, which connects the cities of Port Harcourt and Yenagoa, to protest the lack of representation in the amnesty program.
- The amnesty program was established in 2009 to provide financial compensation and rehabilitation to former militants who laid down their arms and renounced violence.
- The protesters are demanding that the FGN appoint a coordinator from the Niger Delta region to oversee the amnesty program, which they claim has been dominated by individuals from other regions.
- The blockade has caused significant disruptions to transportation and economic activities in the region, with many commuters and traders forced to find alternative routes.
The demands of the protesters are:
- The appointment of a Niger Delta coordinator for the amnesty program.
- The release of outstanding payments to former militants who have been waiting for months.
- The provision of infrastructure development in the region, including roads, bridges, and healthcare facilities.
The FGN has yet to respond to the demands of the protesters, who have vowed to continue the blockade until their demands are met. The situation remains tense, with the potential for further escalation if the demands are not addressed.