Gov Diri Urges UN Action to Protect River Deltas Amid Growing Threats

Governor Diri of Bayelsa State called on the UN to safeguard river deltas globally, emphasizing the challenges of erosion, pollution, floods, and shrinking ecosystems. He spoke at an international conference in China, stressing the urgent need for international cooperation to address the threats faced by deltas like the Niger Delta.

The governor highlighted the economic and environmental significance of deltas and the need for sustainable solutions to prevent their extinction. He also referenced the environmental impact of oil exploitation in the Niger Delta.