Ex-senator warns Akwa Ibom on risk of losing oil wells

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•The ex-senator has publicly discussed his involvement in the resource control struggle between Akwa Ibom and Cross River states.
•Akwa Ibom state is currently facing a threat of losing some of its oil wells to Cross River state.
•The issue is part of a broader conflict over control and ownership of oil resources in Nigeria's Niger Delta region.
•A lecturer recently warned Akwa Ibom about underestimating Cross River’s strategic moves in this dispute.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Akwa Ibom government successfully negotiates to retain control over its oil wells the state’s economy would remain stable, supporting local development and reducing political tensions.

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AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Lecturer warns Akwa Ibom of underestimating Cross River’s ‘calculated’ strategy AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Ex-senator lists role in resource control struggle, warns against Akwa Ibom losing oil wells

A former Nigerian senator has warned that Akwa Ibom state risks losing control of its oil wells due to ongoing resource control struggles involving neighboring Cross River state. This matters because oil revenues are vital to Akwa Ibom's economy and losing access could harm its development and increase regional tensions. The senator also described his role in the resource control debate, highlighting the political stakes involved.