Stop attacks on oil installation to pave way for dialogue – IYC urges Niger Delta Avengers

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Stop attacks on oil installation to pave way for dialogue – IYC urges Niger Delta Avengers

The Ijaw Youths Council, IYC, on Sunday frowned at the incessant sabotage of oil and gas facilities in the Niger Delta by the Niger Delta Avengers.
Recall that the NDA had earlier on Sunday via an online statement claimed the renewed attacks on several oil facilities.

However, in a statement issued by the IYC’s spokesperson, Eric Omare, it lamented the attacks, adding that it was a setback to ongoing peace talks.


He called on the militants to stop attacks on oil installations to pave way for meaningful dialogue.

According to the statement, “It is unfortunate and worrisome that there is a resumption of fresh attacks on oil facilities in the Niger Delta region by the Niger Delta Avengers.

“The visit of the Minister for State, Petroleum, Dr. Ibe Kachikwu’s to the creeks some weeks ago generated so much goodwill and commendation from the people of the region.

“The IYC had expected the federal government to take advantage of that goodwill to engage stakeholders on how to find short and long term solutions to the problem.


“IYC also call on the Niger Delta Avengers to halt further attacks on facilities considering the negative effects of the attacks on the Niger Delta environment and give room for constructive dialogue.”