Ogoni Youth Coalition Demands Clarity on $300M Fund

The Coalition of Ogoni Youth Groups (COYOG) has called for verifiable answers regarding the source, status, and purpose of a reported $300 million fund associated with the Ogoni dialogue process. They urged President Bola Tinubu and the Federal Government to cease delays in implementing their demands.

COYOG expressed concerns over potential hijacking of the dialogue process by politicians and vested interests for personal gain. They emphasized the need for transparency and accountability regarding public-interest funds.

Additionally, COYOG insisted that the creation of Bori State must be explicitly included in the implementation roadmap, describing this demand as essential for political inclusion and equitable representation of the Ogoni people. The coalition called for a clear commitment from the Federal Government to implement the agreed demands through an interim Memorandum of Understanding, detailing responsibilities, timelines, funding, and monitoring mechanisms.

They also urged the establishment of a Presidential Implementation Committee to oversee the recommendations.