Royal Father urges Niger Delta unity for progress
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His Royal Highness Kile Selky Torughedi, a royal father in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, called on stakeholders in the Niger Delta region to work together for development.
Torughedi expressed concern that disagreements among people who previously fought for regional improvements now threaten to derail progress and distract from shared goals. He asked traditional rulers, former armed groups, youth leaders, and elders to prioritize development and set aside personal interests.
The royal father specifically appealed to former fighters to end their conflicts and seek reconciliation, arguing that unity is essential for the Niger Delta’s future. He noted the original aims of the regional struggle were about fairness, justice, and control of resources, not personal gain, and questioned why those with a shared history are now in conflict.
Torughedi encouraged people to learn from the examples of the late Governor Diepreye Alamieseigha and Chief Edwin Clark, both leaders known for their dedication to the Niger Delta. He believes a unified approach will strengthen demands for greater control over the region's resources and improve the lives of its people, and pledged to continue working towards lasting peace and development.
