Obire Clears Air on Nwoko's Anioma State Creation Bill, Emphasizes Regional Labels as Political Geography, Deems Them Irrelevant

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By Fejis Ayomavoro

Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Aide to Senator Prince Ned Nwoko on legislative and political matters, Olorogun Godwin Obire, has addressed the misconceptions surrounding the Ned Nwoko Anioma State Creation Bill in the National Assembly.

Speaking to the press in Asaba, Obire stated that some political distractors, who were unable to sponsor any bills themselves, were underground sponsoring and spreading misinformation about the proposed bill for the creation of Anioma State. He called out their lack of contribution and accused them of viewing Anioma people as a television set, with themselves as the remote control.

While Obire welcomed constructive criticism, he emphasized the need to focus on the actualization of Anioma State and the legislative and legal framework provided by Senator Ned's bill. He clarified that the agitation for Anioma State has existed long before Senator Ned's tenure and that the regional labels are irrelevant to the substance of the matter.

Obire further explained that the struggle for Anioma State began in 1980 and was championed by figures like Senator Nosike Ikpo. Originally consisting of four local governments, Anioma now comprises nine. However, the bar on the creation of new states has hindered its progress.

According to Obire, Anioma's request for statehood is not just Senator Ned's request but the request of the Anioma people themselves. They have previously presented their case to former President Obasanjo and have been advocating for the creation of Anioma State for a long time.

Obire concluded by praising Senator Ned for providing a legislative and legal framework to expedite the creation of Anioma State. He urged people to focus on the substance of the matter rather than getting caught up in regional labels and political geography. The aim is to create Anioma State, which is what truly matters.

It is important to note that Anioma was supposed to have been created in January 1994, but due to political events, the process was halted. However, the determination for the creation of Anioma State remains strong, and Senator Ned's bill aims to provide the necessary framework for its achievement.

I feel those against the creation of Anioma state are people from outside the region.

An I wonder why...

If you add Anioma to igboland that's their nightmare
They will commit suicide

Wahala for those .... "Omoyeebos are looking for who to claim their land!"

Ndi uchu....

Anioma has collectively, about 60% of Oil & gas deposit in Delta onshore proven reserves!

Infact, Anioma as an enclave is richer than 5 out of the six SW states, and more than two of the SE states and almost all Northern states, if the resources from there is directly push into Anioma!
They deserve a State with it's HQ at Asaba, Agbor, Kwale or Elsewhere.

Also, they're good people who farm alot.
Before you talk, first visit there first! Tankio!

Sadly every Tom , Dick and Harry has an opinion in Nigeria

Olorogun Godwin Obire that is a known thief and criminal miraculously has an opinion too 🙈🙈🙈

Yoruba people don cry tire for nairaland

BigkokoRep:
Wahala for those .... "Omoyeebos are looking for who to claim their land!"

Ndi uchu....

Anioma has collectively, about 60% of Oil & gas deposit in Delta onshore proven reserves!

Infact, Anioma as an enclave is richer than 5 out of the six SW states, and more than two of the SE states and almost all Northern states, if the resources from there is directly push into Anioma!
They deserve a State with it's HQ at Asaba, Agbor, Kwale or Elsewhere.

Also, they're good people who farm alot.
Before you talk, first visit there first! Tankio!

E Pain them eh

Dead on Arrival.

Proposed states are:

Igboezue, Adada, Aba, Njaba, Orlu, Orimili and Orashi (South East);

Anioma, Oil Rivers, Ogoja, Afemaiesan, Toru-Ebe and New Delta (South South);

Oduduwa, Ijebu, Ibadan, New Oyo, Oke-Ogun (South West);

Apa, Idoma, Edu, Okun, Oya (North Central); Amana and Savannah, Katagum (North East);

and Gurara (North West).

raskymonojendor:
Dead on Arrival.

Proposed states are:

Igboezue, Adada, Aba, Njaba, Orlu, Orimili and Orashi (South East);

Anioma, Oil Rivers, Ogoja, Afemaiesan, Toru-Ebe and New Delta (South South);

Oduduwa, Ijebu, Ibadan, New Oyo, Oke-Ogun (South West);

Apa, Idoma, Edu, Okun, Oya (North Central); Amana and Savannah, Katagum (North East);

and Gurara (North West).

Transformer is the solution to this your pains😂😂

raskymonojendor:
Dead on Arrival.

Proposed states are:

Igboezue, Adada, Aba, Njaba, Orlu, Orimili and Orashi (South East);

Anioma, Oil Rivers, Ogoja, Afemaiesan, Toru-Ebe and New Delta (South South);

Oduduwa, Ijebu, Ibadan, New Oyo, Oke-Ogun (South West);

Apa, Idoma, Edu, Okun, Oya (North Central); Amana and Savannah, Katagum (North East);

and Gurara (North West).

What is the difference between Ibadan, Oke-ogun and New Oyo?
What's the difference between Apa and Idoma?

BigkokoRep:
Wahala for those .... "Omoyeebos are looking for who to claim their land!"

Ndi uchu....

Anioma has collectively, about 60% of Oil & gas deposit in Delta onshore proven reserves!

Infact, Anioma as an enclave is richer than 5 out of the six SW states, and more than two of the SE states and almost all Northern states, if the resources from there is directly push into Anioma!
They deserve a State with it's HQ at Asaba, Agbor, Kwale or Elsewhere.

Also, they're good people who farm alot.
Before you talk, first visit there first! Tankio!

keep crying

It is only demented people who are advocating for Orlu state that's why it has been rejected by Anambra people.

Anioma state is much more viable and achievable and we ndi Anambra support it.

Oceanfl0w:
I feel those against the creation of Anioma state are people from outside the region.

An I wonder why...

Always playing victim mentality.

The map I am seeing here does not contain Igbanke in Edo state.

Nigeria is gradually collapsing and smart people are realigning. The people of Anioma are staying they want their own state so they can join their brothers but outsiders are the ones trying to commit suicide.

Nigeria is indeed a funny place.

OneNigerianist:
The map I am seeing here does not contain Igbanke in Edo state.

i wonder, they were wrongly caved into Edo

Edo state is not among Anioma people

JagabanB:

What is the difference between Ibadan, Oke-ogun and New Oyo?
What's the difference between Apa and Idoma?

I don't know. It just shows the irrelevance of all this call for state creations. They can't even properly manage the existing ones.

Tochj:
If you add Anioma to igboland that's their nightmare
They will commit suicide

I don't think those sad waste will survive it, maybe 50% of them can survive

raskymonojendor:

I don't know. It just shows the irrelevance of all this call for state creations. They can't even properly manage the existing ones.

Two of you need to check your BP constantly to avoid story that touches the heart

What is he clearing?. Obire is ned nwoko's boy. he had to issue a statement to protect his boss. Anioma heavyweights are already cooking ned nwoko for his foolishness.

Tochj:
If you add Anioma to igboland that's their nightmare
They will commit suicide

Landgrabbers, anioma dey enter una eye. Orlu state na leprosy to you?.

Oceanfl0w:
I feel those against the creation of Anioma state are people from outside the region.

An I wonder why...

Go and talk to delta state governor that you want to balkanise his state, we will see if your teeth will remain.

Putindbutt:
What is he clearing?. Obire is ned nwoko's boy. he had to issue a statement to protect his boss. Anioma heavyweights are already cooking ned nwoko for his foolishness.

This is just the beginning of your wailing, you can continue to deceive yourself, Igbos are greater than your people both born and unborn. fact no emotion

BigkokoRep:
Wahala for those .... "Omoyeebos are looking for who to claim their land!"

Ndi uchu....

Anioma has collectively, about 60% of Oil & gas deposit in Delta onshore proven reserves!

Infact, Anioma as an enclave is richer than 5 out of the six SW states, and more than two of the SE states and almost all Northern states, if the resources from there is directly push into Anioma!
They deserve a State with it's HQ at Asaba, Agbor, Kwale or Elsewhere.

Also, they're good people who farm alot.
Before you talk, first visit there first! Tankio!

If any state enter SE, na orlu state e go be. anioma is a pipe dream for you. Obire is Alhaji Nwoko's boy, only talking for his boss.

PaellaPaella:






This is just the beginning of your wailing, you can continue to deceive yourself, Igbos are greater than your people both born and unborn. fact no emotion

Obire is a mouthpiece of Alhaji Nwoko. he is inconsequential.
i don't take seriously the words of a 4th class citizen.

BigkokoRep:
Wahala for those .... "Omoyeebos are looking for who to claim their land!"

Ndi uchu....

Anioma has collectively, about 60% of Oil & gas deposit in Delta onshore proven reserves!

Infact, Anioma as an enclave is richer than 5 out of the six SW states, and more than two of the SE states and almost all Northern states, if the resources from there is directly push into Anioma!
They deserve a State with it's HQ at Asaba, Agbor, Kwale or Elsewhere.

Also, they're good people who farm alot.
Before you talk, first visit there first! Tankio!

The original Anioma State was NEVER supposed to be part of the South East. In fact there was an additional proposal to merge Anioma areas such as Onitsha on the other side of River Niger into the proposed Anioma State. It came to me and others as a shock that General Ibrahim Babangida couldn't create Anioma State at the time being that his late wife (Maryam) is originally from Asaba. He had all the powers to influence the Anioma State creation. All that opportunity is wasted now.

Last but not least, to correct you, it is even angry folks from some major Anioma communties online and offline that are vehemently against the alleged FB post of Ned Nwoko suggesting a merging of Anioma to the South East.

Anioma State was NEVER meant to be in the South East but the South of South region.
This is the reason why the secessionists could not dare to excise the different Anioma towns into the rebel enclave on the other side of River Niger. These facts of history have to be CLEARLY stated and understood.

Ezewuzie01:
It is only demented people who are advocating for Orlu state that why it has been rejected by Anambra people.

Anioma state is much more viable and achievable and we ndi Anambra support it.

Anioma state can not substitute for an extra 6th state for southeast unless they will join southeast when created.

Putindbutt:

Go and talk to delta state governor that you want to balkanise his state, we will see if your teeth will remain.

Your divide and rule is no longer working which you and your ancestors has learned from your master Fulanis, i hope you get it now? I will advise you not to make those kinds of comments when you travel to beautiful Anioma cities because I'm 100% sure you will get launched to coma before your family members will come for rescue with Ewedu.

paramakina202:


Anioma state can not substitute for an extra 6th state for southeast unless they will join southeast when created.

Oga Anioma will join south east political zone according to Ned Nwoko proposal

raskymonojendor:
Dead on Arrival.

Proposed states are:

Igboezue, Adada, Aba, Njaba, Orlu, Orimili and Orashi (South East);

Anioma, Oil Rivers, Ogoja, Afemaiesan, Toru-Ebe and New Delta (South South);

Oduduwa, Ijebu, Ibadan, New Oyo, Oke-Ogun (South West);

Apa, Idoma, Edu, Okun, Oya (North Central); Amana and Savannah, Katagum (North East);

and Gurara (North West).

You got it right there in the bolded. The proposed Anioma State right from time was supposed to be in the South of South region and not the South East.

Tbh, General Ibrahim Babangida missed an opportunity to create Anioma State being that his wife was from Asaba, but then, I guess he chose Asaba as the new political capital of the new Delta State in 1987 due to the fact that as of that year, it was the southern areas of Itsekiri and Ijaw that majorly produced the oil and gas in that area which resources were projected to aid the growth and development of Asaba and environs. It stunned me and others as of that 1987 when Anioma State wasn't created. Warri was being expected then as the new capital of the new Delta State minus Anioma although Delta State was carved out of the defunct Bendel State.

PaellaPaella:





Oga Anioma will join south east political zone according to Ned Nwoko proposal

It remains a proposal until he officially submit the bill in the senate for now it is just a facebook post which is receiving negative reactions left and right from fellow Anioma folks the reason his PA have to release a press statement to clarify issues.
Southeast should continue to clamour for their 6th within SE and allow Anioma to sort themselves out.