REPORT ON THE STRATEGIC COURTESY VISIT BY THE CHIEF OF AIR STAFF, AIR MARSHAL SUNDAY KELVIN ANEKE, TO THE NIGER DELTA DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (NDDC

REPORT ON THE STRATEGIC COURTESY VISIT BY THE CHIEF OF AIR STAFF, AIR MARSHAL SUNDAY KELVIN ANEKE, TO THE NIGER DELTA DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (NDDC)

​Report By: Dave Ikiedei Asei/Niger Delta Progress-Reporters/March 6, 2026


​EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

​On March 6, 2026, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, conducted a high-profile courtesy visit to the Headquarters of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in Port Harcourt. This visit, occurring amidst a broader strategic tour of the Niger Delta region, aimed to strengthen the synergy between the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the NDDC. The primary focus was on enhancing the security of critical national infrastructure and fostering sustainable development through collaborative efforts.

​OBJECTIVES OF THE VISIT

​The visit was anchored on several key pillars of national interest:

  • ​Security Collaboration: To reinforce the protection of vital oil and gas assets against illegal bunkering and economic sabotage.

  • ​Infrastructure Protection: To discuss the safety of ongoing NDDC "Legacy Projects," such as the Kaa-Ataba Bridge.
  • ​Civil-Military Cooperation: To explore avenues for joint projects that benefit the host communities in the Niger Delta.

​KEY PROCEEDINGS AND DISCUSSIONS

​Strengthening Regional Security

​Air Marshal Aneke commended the NDDC for its role as a stabilizing force in the region. He disclosed that the Nigerian Air Force conducted nearly 500 missions in 2025 specifically targeted at curbing oil theft. He emphasized that for the NDDC's developmental vision to materialize, a secure environment is non-negotiable.

​Support for the "Renewed Hope" Agenda

​The Managing Director of the NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, alongside the Chairman of the Governing Board, Mr. Chiedu Ebie, received the CAS. Dr. Ogbuku highlighted the Commission’s recent shift toward completing massive "Legacy Projects" under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope agenda. He noted that the support of the Air Force is crucial for the safe delivery of these projects to the people.

​Infrastructure and Welfare

​The CAS briefed the NDDC leadership on the recent commissioning of new facilities at the NAF Base in Port Harcourt, including a modern briefing room and renovated hospital wings. He sought the Commission’s partnership in further expanding social amenities that could serve both military personnel and the surrounding Niger Delta communities.

​COMMITMENTS AND OUTCOMES

​The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to:

  1. ​Intelligence Sharing: Establishing a more robust channel for real-time information exchange to preempt threats to infrastructure.
  2. ​Community Engagement: Partnering on youth empowerment programs to reduce the lure of illegal activities in oil-producing areas.
  3. ​Logistical Support: The NDDC pledged continued advocacy for the technical needs of security agencies operating within the region.

​CONCLUSION

​The visit of Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke to the NDDC marks a significant step toward a unified front in the Niger Delta. By aligning military precision with developmental intervention, both institutions have signaled a renewed determination to ensure that the wealth of the region translates into peace and prosperity for its citizens.

​"Security remains a prerequisite for economic growth and development. Our mission is to provide the airpower necessary to protect the progress the NDDC is building on the ground." — Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke

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