NAKED PROTEST! Ogoni Women Shock Tinubu’s Government; SEE What They Vow To Do Over Planned Oil Resumption
A group of women from the Ogoni community in Rivers State has issued a strong warning to the Nigerian government, stating they will take drastic action if plans to restart oil extraction in their region proceed without addressing long- standing grievances. These women, representing various organizations under the banner of the Ogoni Women Coalition for Sustainable Environment, have made it clear that oil operations should not resume until critical issues that halted them in the 1990s are fully resolved.
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Leaders within the coalition have expressed their determination to protest in unprecedented ways if their demands are ignored. One prominent figure, Dr. Patience Osaroejiji, emphasized the seriousness of their stance by indicating that Ogoni women would resort to protesting naked in public if necessary. This bold move is intended to draw global attention to their cause and ensure their voices are heard.
The coalition criticizes the exclusion of Ogoni women from ongoing discussions about the future of oil activities in their homeland. According to Lezina Pat Ntetep, coordinator of the Eedee Ladies of Tai, these women have endured decades of environmental degradation caused by previous oil exploration efforts. They are now adamant about preventing a repeat of the same destructive cycle.
Central to their concerns is the lack of progress on resolving the issues outlined in the Ogoni Bill of Rights, which originally led to the suspension of oil activities. Families who suffered losses due to past conflicts and environmental damage remain uncompensated, while the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) cleanup project, aimed at addressing decades- old pollution, has yet to be completed. Despite this, there are indications that the government may push ahead with new oil projects.
The women have called on the Federal Government to immediately halt all plans for oil extraction in Ogoniland. Instead, they urge authorities to prioritize environmental restoration, ensuring the UNEP cleanup recommendations are fully implemented. They also demand the decommissioning of outdated infrastructure to prevent further ecological harm, along with measures to restore lost livelihoods and provide fair compensation to affected communities.
Furthermore, the coalition insists on justice for those impacted by past repression and violence linked to oil operations. They argue that the government should focus on repairing the damage done to their environment and addressing the social injustices faced by the Ogoni people before considering any new extraction projects.
In expressing their resolve, the women emphasize that they will not stand idly by as decisions affecting their land and lives are made without their input. Their unwavering commitment reflects a broader struggle for accountability, environmental justice, and respect for the rights of communities whose existence has been profoundly affected by decades of oil- related challenges. This movement underscores the importance of inclusive dialogue and sustainable practices in shaping the future of resource management in Nigeria.
