By: Emmanuel Kanayo<\/p>\n
The Okrika Plantation Community, Umuebulu Town, Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State has made a passionate appeal to government authorities for inclusion, infrastructure, and proper partnership\u2014calling for a new chapter of collaboration after decades of neglect.<\/p>\n
Led by its paramount ruler, King Engr Abiye Bright Iyo, the community decried the total lack of government presence in the area despite consistently producing over 6,000 votes in every election cycle.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve remained peaceful, law-abiding, and politically active, yet we\u2019ve received nothing in return. No infrastructure, no support. But we are still ready to partner with government,\u201d King Abiye stated.<\/p>\n
A major concern raised by the monarch was the chaotic manner of revenue collection in the area. He urged that all revenue activities must be carried out in collaboration with the community leadership to prevent exploitation and intrusion by impostors.<\/p>\n
King Abiye further insisted that revenue collection should begin from Ukwu Ube and Nwanji\u2014recognized as the historic boundary with Oyigbo\u2014and not from the expressway, which he says violates the community\u2019s territorial integrity.<\/p>\n
Beyond fiscal matters, the monarch called on neighboring communities to embrace peace, warning that the scars of the last communal crisis remain fresh. Many residents are still displaced, and numerous homes remain in ruins.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re still healing. Our people need help. I appeal to government agencies and humanitarian organizations to come to the aid of our displaced and less privileged citizens,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
King Engr Abiye, a British-trained metallurgical engineer and community development advocate, has continued to use his platform to advocate for inclusion, equity, and long-term peace in Etche LGA.<\/p>\n
With this call, Okrika Plantation Community is signaling its readiness for progress\u2014if only the government will listen.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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