JUST IN: Residents of Akoko-Edo Plan Peaceful Protest Over Alleged Neglect

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ABUJA — Concerned residents and stakeholders in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area have announced plans to stage a peaceful protest over what they described as years of neglect, underdevelopment, and poor representation by elected officials.

 

 

In a statement issued by a Select Committee led by Mary Opii and Edith Aiyede, the group lamented that the area has continued to suffer from what they termed “systematic marginalization,” despite repeated appeals to relevant authorities.

 

 

According to the statement, Akoko-Edo is currently grappling with worsening insecurity, deteriorating federal and state road infrastructure, rising youth unemployment, and a lack of meaningful development.

 

 

The group further alleged that several attempts to engage past and present administrations through letters and formal appeals have yielded no response, accusing elected representatives of failing to adequately represent the interests of the people.

 

 

They also expressed concern over what they described as the absence of local government leadership during critical moments, noting that the situation has deepened the frustration among residents.

 

“As responsible citizens, we cannot remain indifferent. We have spoken, written, and waited, but our concerns have largely been ignored,” the statement read.

 

 

The committee therefore called on residents, stakeholders, and indigenes of the area to participate in a peaceful civic protest aimed at drawing attention to their plight.

 

The protest is scheduled to hold on March 30, 2026, by 9:00 a.m. at the Akoko-Edo Local Government Secretariat in Igarra.

Participants have been encouraged to attend with placards and messages, while maintaining a peaceful and orderly conduct throughout the demonstration.

 

 

The organizers emphasized that the protest is intended to demand improved security, infrastructural development, accountability from elected officials, and fair treatment for the people of Akoko-Edo.

 

They described the planned demonstration as a legitimate civic action and a call for justice, stressing that the people of the area can no longer remain silent in the face of persistent challenges.