Nwoko who spoke to reporters, called for understanding from his constituents, as he respond to concerns from local leaders who viewed his actions as embarrassing to the people of Ndokwa.
He noted that the essence of his visit was to reiterate his commitment as well as to foster development in the area.
“I am doing everything possible for the possible. My visits to the IOCs and the communities were to see firsthand the issues and the problems.
”I learnt a lot. Moving forward, we will see for implementable solutions,” he said.
Nwoko also said that efforts were ongoing to engage with International Oil Companies (IOCs) and local communities to identify and address pressing developmental issues.
He therefore called for practical solutions and forward-thinking strategy aimed at promoting sustainable development and meeting the needs of the people holistically.
Addressing the issue of creating Anioma State, Senator Nwoko defended the initiative as a reflection of the strong desire among the Anioma people for statehood.
He emphasized the collective aspiration of the Anioma people to have their own state regardless of regional distinctions.
Nwoko called for unity and cohesive identity of the people despite existing political boundaries.
“Some people really got all this wrong. I want Anioma State. Most others do too. How we get it is not the issue. Whether we are described as South-South or South-East or Midwest is really immaterial because it is just a political geographical expression. Our location and composition remain intact,” he said.
