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The Itsekiri Youths for Good Governance (IYGG) has expressed serious concern over reports of alleged threats directed at Warri and critical national assets by certain individuals. The group described the reported remarks as alarming and capable of creating fear, tension, and instability in a region that has made significant efforts to maintain peace despite its history of communal and political challenges.

According to the group, any threat aimed at oil and gas facilities, public infrastructure, or constituted authorities should be treated as a matter of urgent national security. IYGG has uses this meduim to call for the arrest and prosecution of Prof. Rhoda Gumu, Chief Gbarakeme, Chief Victor Okumagba, and others. The organization stressed that the Niger Delta remains vital to Nigeria’s economy and warned that any attempt to incite violence or disrupt economic activities could have far-reaching consequences for both the region and the country.

The organization therefore urged security and intelligence agencies to immediately investigate the allegations, establish the facts surrounding the reported statements, and take appropriate legal action where necessary. It also called on community leaders, political stakeholders, and youth groups to embrace peaceful dialogue, mutual respect, and lawful engagement in resolving disputes rather than resorting to actions capable of endangering lives, property, and public peace.

PRESS RELEASE

IYGG CALL FOR THE IMMEDIATE ARREST OF PROF. RHODA GUMU AND INDIVIDUALS ALLEGEDLY THREATENING TO DESTROY WARRI AND CRITICAL NATIONAL ASSETS

We strongly call on the relevant security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, and other appropriate authorities, to immediately investigate the alleged public statements attributed to Chief Victor Okumagba, Mr. Dembofa Owekpodor, and Chief Gbarakeme regarding threats to set Warri ablaze, destroy oil pipelines, and make derogatory comments about the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. We hereby call for the arrest and prosecution of Prof. Rhoda Gumu, Chief Gbarakeme, Chief Victor Okumagba, and others.

Warri and the entire Niger Delta region have endured years of conflict, economic disruptions, and communal tensions. Any public statement that appears to encourage violence, destruction of critical national infrastructure, or incitement against constituted authority should not be ignored. Such allegations, if found to be true, could have serious implications for public safety, national security, and the economic stability of the country.

Oil and gas pipelines are strategic national assets that sustain Nigeria’s economy. Any threat to sabotage or destroy them is a matter of grave public concern and deserves urgent attention from security and intelligence agencies. Equally, inflammatory rhetoric capable of provoking unrest or encouraging attacks on public institutions should be thoroughly investigated in accordance with the law.

We therefore urge the relevant authorities to carry out a comprehensive, transparent, and impartial investigation into these alleged statements and, where credible evidence exists, ensure that those responsible are held accountable through due legal process. The rule of law must apply equally to every citizen, irrespective of social status, political affiliation, or influence.

Furthermore, we appeal to all political leaders, traditional rulers, youth organizations, and community stakeholders across Warri and the Niger Delta to reject violence and embrace dialogue, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence. The future of our communities depends on maintaining peace and protecting lives and property.

Warri must not be dragged into violence. The security of our people, the protection of critical national infrastructure, and respect for the Constitution must remain paramount. We therefore call on the appropriate authorities to act swiftly and decisively in the interest of justice, peace, and national security.

Signed:
Comrade Mone Oris
Chairman

Prince Sam Metsh
Secretary

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