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The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has expressed deep appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the South-South Development Commission Bill into law. The landmark decision, announced on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, has been hailed as a crucial step in addressing the unique developmental challenges of the region.
In a statement signed by PANDEF’s National Chairman, Ambassador Dr. Godknows Boladei Igali, the forum also commended the National Assembly for expediting work on the legislation, emphasizing that the move has reinforced the confidence of South-South communities in the federal government’s commitment to equitable regional development.
“PANDEF is hopeful that in setting up this new Commission, Mr. President will carefully select competent and experienced individuals who will complement the efforts of our Governors in delivering sustainable progress to the region, which has for decades contributed immensely to the Nigerian economy,” the statement read.
The group further called for urgent action on other pressing concerns, including environmental remediation from oil and gas exploration and addressing severe infrastructural deficits that pose existential threats to the South-South.
Additionally, PANDEF urged President Tinubu to swiftly restore democratic governance in Rivers State by reinstating Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his Deputy, and the State Assembly, following widespread calls from across the country.
Reaffirming its commitment to collaboration and peace, PANDEF expressed optimism for sustained dialogue and progress under the current administration.
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