According to report from PUNCH news. Respected elder statesman and National Leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum, Chief Edwin Clark, has urged Nigeria to reexamine the ongoing agitation for restructuring. This call comes amid escalating tensions in Rivers State and the prolonged feud between Governor Sim Fubara and Minister Nyesom Wike.
In his own words “No, that is not true. Let me quickly say this. The North was not divided. There was only one thing; they told us that Jerry Gana, who was the co-chairman, with Ibrahim Coomassie, former Inspector General of Police, had broken up. They suspected Gana of working with us, the minorities. When we came out, it appeared people were already leaving. But with the way things have turned out, people are now clamouring again for a restructured country.”
Clark noted that initial skepticism has given way to widespread support for a more balanced and equitable administrative structure in Nigeria. The benefits of restructuring, including enhanced governance, better resource management, and increased political stability, have become increasingly recognized.
The tensions in Rivers State underscore the need for structural reforms to address regional disputes and foster a more cohesive national framework. Clark’s advocacy for restructuring is seen as a crucial step towards mitigating tensions and promoting unity..…….See More
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