The Niger Delta Development Commission said it has delivered relief materials to flood-affected communities in Bayelsa, Rivers and Abia States, part of efforts to support households facing displacement and economic hardship.
The intervention covered Oruma in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, Ogu/Bolo in Rivers State and Omuma-Uzor in Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State, according to officials of the commission.
The managing director of the NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, said the initiative was aimed at addressing the impact of flooding and rising living costs on vulnerable populations in the region.
“The NDDC remains committed to expanding interventions that empower individuals, strengthen livelihoods and promote inclusive development,” he said at a presentation event in Omuma-Uzor. “Beneficiaries are encouraged to make responsible use of these items to benefit their households.”
Mr. Ogbuku, who was represented by the director for education, health and social services, Jeremiah Oritsejolone, said the commission would continue to implement targeted support programs across the Niger Delta.
He said many households, particularly in rural communities, were under pressure due to limited access to basic necessities and increased cost of living.
“The NDDC continues to implement targeted interventions aimed at providing relief and supporting vulnerable populations,” he said.
The commission said the distribution was part of its broader mandate as a federal intervention agency to improve livelihoods and promote development in the oil-producing region.
Officials also called on beneficiary communities to cooperate with development agencies and maintain peace to ensure the success of ongoing and future interventions.
“This event reinforces a fundamental principle that governance must be people-centred, responsive, and compassionate,” Mr. Ogbuku said.
At the event, representatives of the NDDC’s Abia State office urged residents to ensure orderly distribution and proper use of the materials.
Dr. Anderson Ukeh, director of the Abia office, represented by Mrs. Ijeoma Offor, advised beneficiaries to remain law-abiding during the distribution process.
Similarly, Dr. Chioma Nwakwue, a deputy director in the commission, called on residents to maintain cooperation and unity as they shared the relief items.
Community leaders welcomed the intervention. Elder Felix Nwogu, chairman of the Omuma-Uzor community, said the assistance responded to an urgent need.
“We are truly grateful to the NDDC for this laudable intervention,” he said.
The commission said it would continue similar interventions in other parts of the Niger Delta as part of its ongoing support for communities affected by environmental and economic challenges.
