Locals are protesting a community trust they call a total scam. People from Eket raised alarms about alleged fraud and fund mismanagement within the EMOIMEE Host Community Development Trust. They staged a peaceful demonstration at the trust's office, calling for a full investigation into its activities.
Protesters came from all communities in the area, demanding accountability and transparency. Their placards accused the trust of being fraudulent and asked for village heads to be included. They called on a major oil joint venture to probe the organization and dismantle its controlling cabal.
One protester, Bassey Iyaha, stated the action followed failed attempts to get clear information from trust management. He claimed the amount of funds received did not match any visible development projects in their communities. Iyaha alleged that the trust collected an enormous sum over several years without tangible results.
He emphasized the money belonged to all residents of Eket, not a select few. The protest served as a warning, with further steps planned if their demands continued to be ignored. The trust's administrative officer acknowledged the demonstration as a legitimate civic action.
He promised to work toward an amicable resolution to the concerns raised. The situation highlights growing tensions over resource management and community development promises.
Protesters came from all communities in the area, demanding accountability and transparency. Their placards accused the trust of being fraudulent and asked for village heads to be included. They called on a major oil joint venture to probe the organization and dismantle its controlling cabal.
One protester, Bassey Iyaha, stated the action followed failed attempts to get clear information from trust management. He claimed the amount of funds received did not match any visible development projects in their communities. Iyaha alleged that the trust collected an enormous sum over several years without tangible results.
He emphasized the money belonged to all residents of Eket, not a select few. The protest served as a warning, with further steps planned if their demands continued to be ignored. The trust's administrative officer acknowledged the demonstration as a legitimate civic action.
He promised to work toward an amicable resolution to the concerns raised. The situation highlights growing tensions over resource management and community development promises.
