Ogoni Group Rejects Nigerian Govt's Oil Exploration Plan

The Ogoni Voice Achievers Foundation (OVAF) has rejected the Nigerian government's plan to resume oil exploration in Ogoniland without completing a full environmental cleanup and addressing historical injustices. The group, led by Gospel Barifii, criticized the government's approach as flawed and unjust, emphasizing the need for consultation with the Ogoni people and transparency in decision-making.

The government's justification for oil exploration to boost economic recovery was met with skepticism, as OVAF highlighted the long-standing neglect and pollution suffered by the Ogoni community, warning of potential social unrest if operations resume without proper considerations.