Regional Development Coordination: The Scrapping of the Niger Delta Ministry Explained
A former Nigerian minister has explained that the decision to scrap the Niger Delta Ministry was made to enhance regional development coordination.
According to the former minister, the move aims to consolidate efforts to manage and streamline development initiatives across various regions, including the Niger Delta, by reducing administrative redundancy and fostering more integrated governance.
The restructuring is expected to align development projects more closely with broader national goals and improve the efficiency of resource allocation.
Rather than handling the affairs of the Niger Delta through a separate ministry, these responsibilities are likely being absorbed into other government bodies, allowing for a more unified approach to addressing issues such as infrastructure, environmental rehabilitation, and social development in the region.
The decision has stirred mixed reactions, with some stakeholders expressing concern over whether the needs of the Niger Delta, a region historically impacted by oil production and environmental degradation, will continue to receive adequate attention.
However, proponents of the decision argue that it will promote a more balanced and cohesive approach to development across all regions of Nigeria.