Community to Obaseki, Oborewvori: we need amenities

A group,the Egbema Youth Leaders of Thought (EYLT) has appealed to the Edo and the Delta State governments not to relegate the Egbema Kingdom, an oil-producing community to the background in political representation and the provision of basic basic amenities.

In a statement, its president, Elekun Amabolou said it is disheartening that residents of the area are grappling with severe challenges, such as the absence of access roads, inadequate healthcare facilities and a lack of representation in appointive position

The statement reads: “The Egbema Kingdom, as an oil-producing region in the Niger Delta, has played a significant role in contributing to the economic prosperity of our nation. However, the absence of roads not only impedes the daily lives of the residents but also hampers economic activities crucial for the sustenance of the community. “Furthermore, the deficiency in healthcare infrastructure poses a grave risk to the well-being of the inhabitants, who deserve access to quality medical services. Moreover, the apparent lack of recognition by the state government further exacerbates the plight of the Egbema Kingdom. Despite being an integral part of our nation’s resource base, it is disconcerting that the community does not receive the attention and support it deserves.”

Amabolou enjoined Edo State’s Governor Godwin Obaseki and his Delta State counterpart, Sheriff Oborewvori to assist in addressing these issues by initiating comprehensive development projects in the Egbema Kingdom.

He added: “By providing the necessary infrastructure, healthcare facilities, and political representation, we can empower the residents to lead fulfilling lives and contribute even more significantly to our nation’s growth.”

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