By Our Correspondent
National News – Residents of Amorokeni Community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have decried prolonged neglect and lack of basic amenities, including roads, electricity, water, and healthcare facilities.
Community leaders, including former clan president Mr Precious Okala and youth leader Akiks Olali, said the area remains cut off due to bad roads and seasonal flooding.
They noted Amorokeni is a major producer of plantain, banana and fish in Bayelsa, but poor infrastructure has limited transport and economic activities.
They also highlighted repeated flooding that destroys livelihoods, disrupts transport, and sometimes leads to loss of lives during emergencies.
Residents further complained of unstable electricity, lack of potable water, and abandonment of past government projects, including a demonstration farm.
They called on the Bayelsa State Government, NDDC, and lawmakers to urgently provide roads, healthcare, clean water, and electricity.
Residents said seasonal flooding isolates the community for months, making movement of goods and services difficult and increasing hardship.
Authorities have been urged to act quickly, as repeated petitions and promises have not produced meaningful development in the area.
Community members insist urgent intervention is needed to improve agriculture, health services, and infrastructure in the region.
Flooding in the community reportedly occurs annually, damaging farmlands, displacing families, and worsening access to nearby towns and markets.
Stakeholders say the situation has also affected education and healthcare access, forcing residents to travel long distances for services.
Despite the hardship, residents continue to call for government attention, stressing that the community contributes significantly to state agriculture.
Local spokespersons say earlier administrations made promises, but little has been delivered, leaving the community frustrated and underserved.
Residents urged urgent intervention from federal and state authorities, as well as the Niger Delta Development Commission, to address infrastructure gaps.
They emphasized that improved roads, electricity, healthcare, and water supply would unlock economic potential and reduce hardship in the area.
Community leaders say they remain hopeful that coordinated government action will finally bring lasting development and improve living conditions in Amorokeni.
