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NDDC MD/CEO Dr. Samuel Ogbuku Pledges Continued Support for Regional Security
Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, the Managing Director and CEO of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has reaffirmed the commission's commitment to regional security, emphasizing that peace and stability are crucial for sustainable development in the Niger Delta region. This pledge was made during a courtesy visit by the Commander of the Joint Task Force (JTF), South-South, Operation Delta Safe, Rear Admiral Olugbenga Oladipo, and his delegation to the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt. The visit underscored the importance of collaboration between the NDDC and security agencies in ensuring peace and stability in the region.

The NDDC has been actively supporting security operations in the region, including assistance to the 16 Brigade in Bayelsa State, construction of a major army base in Warri, and donation of a naval base jetty, gunboats, and houseboats to the Nigerian Navy. These efforts demonstrate the commission's commitment to enhancing security infrastructure and capabilities in the Niger Delta. Dr. Ogbuku highlighted that security is a prerequisite for development, stating that without peace, development initiatives would be difficult to sustain.

The NDDC boss emphasized that the Niger Delta is the economic nerve of Nigeria, and any instability in the region would affect the entire country's economy. He noted that the commission's efforts are aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes peace and security in the Niger Delta. The region's oil and gas resources are crucial to Nigeria's economy, making security and stability essential for national development.

Under Dr. Ogbuku's leadership, the NDDC has made significant progress in infrastructure development, healthcare, education, and community empowerment. Some notable achievements include constructing and rehabilitating over 5,141.3 kilometers of roads, 42 bridges, and 87 jetties across the region. These projects have improved connectivity, facilitated trade, and enhanced the quality of life for residents in the Niger Delta.

The NDDC has also constructed 142 health centers equipped with modern facilities and resumed a free healthcare program that has provided 20,000 surgeries, attended to 45,000 patients, and distributed essential medical supplies. Education and youth empowerment are pivotal to Dr. Ogbuku's vision for the Niger Delta, with the NDDC's Foreign Post-Graduate Scholarship Programme benefiting 2,323 students. These initiatives aim to improve healthcare outcomes and empower the youth in the region.

The commission has adopted an Early Warning System (EWS) to boost peace and development in the Niger Delta, aligning with the Federal Government's Renewed Hope Agenda for stability and sustainable development. This proactive strategy aims to address and prevent conflicts in the region, promoting peace and stability.

Dr. Ogbuku's leadership has been instrumental in shaping the NDDC's security agenda and driving progress in the region. His commitment to regional security has earned him recognition as a champion of peace and development in the Niger Delta. The NDDC's efforts have contributed to improved security and stability in the region. 

The NDDC's regional security strategy encompasses a multi-faceted approach, including community engagement, infrastructure development, and support for local security agencies. The commission has partnered with the Nigerian Navy to enhance maritime security and promote economic activities in the Niger Delta. This collaboration aims to address security challenges and promote sustainable development.

The partnership between the NDDC and the Nigerian Navy aims to strengthen security operations, enhance maritime surveillance, and improve operational responses to combat illegal activities in the region's waterways. The NDDC has handed over operational facilities to the Navy, including a fully furnished administrative block, accommodation block, and gunboats.

Dr. Ogbuku has emphasized that security and development are interconnected, and a strong partnership with security agencies is crucial for sustainable development in the region. He has assured that the NDDC will continue to support security agencies in securing the waterways and boosting the country's emerging blue economy.

The NDDC's efforts have yielded tangible results, with unemployment in pilot communities dropping 15% and inter-state trade volumes rising 20% due to better connectivity. The commission's focus on infrastructure, healthcare, education, and community empowerment has brought hope to the Niger Delta region.

The NDDC's vision for the Niger Delta is centered on promoting peace, stability, and sustainable development. Dr. Ogbuku's leadership has been instrumental in driving progress in the region, and the commission will continue to work with stakeholders to achieve its goals.

The NDDC's commitment to regional security and development is unwavering. The commission will continue to collaborate with security agencies, government officials, and stakeholders to promote peace, stability, and sustainable development in the Niger Delta region.

~Iruona John Graham 
Niger Delta Progress Reporters 
January 23, 2026

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