Ijaw Women Demand Environmental Restoration and Livelihood Preservation in Niger Delta Region

In a powerful display of determination and unity, the Coalition of Ijaw Women Voices (CIWV) has called on Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) and other oil exploration companies to restore the environment and means of livelihood in the Niger Delta region.

The demand comes in response to the alleged agreement to sell off SPDC’s onshore oil and gas assets to Renaissance African Energy.

The CIWV, an all-female civil society group representing Ijaw-speaking communities, made the call at a recent meeting in Port Harcourt.

The group expressed concerns over the environmental degradation and pollution caused by oil exploration activities in the region.

The Niger Delta, home to the Ijaw people, has been plagued by oil spills and environmental damage for decades, severely impacting the region’s ecosystem and the traditional livelihoods of its inhabitants.

The Ijaw women’s demand for restoration and livelihood preservation comes at a critical time, as the Niger Delta region faces increasing challenges due to the ongoing pollution and environmental degradation.

The CIWV has emphasized the urgent need for action to address these issues and ensure the sustainability of the region’s environment and the well-being of its people.

The Ijaw women’s fight for environmental justice and the preservation of their livelihoods is a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting our planet and its inhabitants.

As the world continues to grapple with the consequences of climate change and environmental degradation, the Ijaw women’s call to action serves as a beacon of hope and a reminder that change is possible when we come together to demand it.