The Governor of Rivers State has felicitated with the Ogoni people on the occasion of the celebration of Ogoni Day, describing the event as a powerful symbol of resilience, identity, and the historic struggle of the Ogoni nation.
The Governor also paid tribute to the trailblazing role of the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP), whose peaceful struggle brought global attention to issues of environmental justice, equity, and human rights in Ogoniland and the rest of the Niger delta region.
He noted that the sacrifices and courage of the Ogoni people remain a defining chapter in Nigeria’s socio-political and democratic history.
The Governor emphasized that Ogoni Day provides an opportunity for reflection and renewed commitment to the ideals that have sustained the Ogoni struggle over the decades.
He therefore called on all Ogoni leaders and stakeholders to eschew disunity and internal divisions within MOSOP and the wider Ogoni community, stressing that unity of purpose is critical to advancing the collective interest of the people.
According to the Governor, this call for unity is especially important at this time when the Federal Government has shown demonstrable commitment through the ongoing dialogue process aimed at addressing the injustices and lingering challenges of the past.
The Rivers State Government, he assured, remains steadfast in its support for a united MOSOP and a united Ogoni people, and is committed to supporting all genuine efforts that promote peace, dialogue, reconciliation, and sustainable development in Ogoniland, and the rest of the State.
