NDDC Was Created to Facilitate Development in N'Delta, Not Birthday Parties..Frank Akiefa to Ogbuku

A prominent activist and youth leader Comrade Frank Akiefa has called on Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to prioritized developmental projects over extravagant personal celebrations. 

Akiefa, who is a key figure in the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), expressed his concerns in a statement he personally signed on Sunday. He emphasized that the NDDC was established to address the pressing developmental needs of the Niger Delta, a region rich in resources yet plagued by underdevelopment and neglect.

"The NDDC was created to facilitate development in the Niger Delta, not to serve as a platform for lavish birthday parties," Akiefa stated. "While we acknowledge the importance of celebrating milestones, it is imperative that the focus remains on the pressing issues facing our region, issues such as inadequate infrastructure, lack of access to quality education, and the urgent need for healthcare facilities."

Akiefa's remarks come in the wake of reports regarding Ogbuku's recent birthday celebrations, which were characterized by opulence and grandeur. The activist argued that such displays of wealth are inappropriate given the socio-economic challenges faced by the people of the Niger Delta.

"The funds that are being spent on extravagant parties could be better utilized in executing projects that would uplift our Niger Deltans," he added. "We need to see more investment in roads, schools, and healthcare facilities. The people of the Niger Delta deserve better, and it is the responsibility of the NDDC to ensure that development is prioritized."

Akiefa urged Ogbuku to redirect his efforts towards meaningful development initiatives that would have a lasting impact on the lives of the people in the Niger Delta. "