Niger Delta

The Niger Delta is an oil-rich region in southern Nigeria, encompassing swampy mangroves, rivers, and coastal areas. It is home to various ethnic groups and has abundant natural resources, especially petroleum. Despite its wealth, the region faces challenges like environmental pollution from oil spills, economic disparity, and local conflicts over resource control. The Niger Delta's significance lies in its contribution to Nigeria’s economy through oil production, while also highlighting issues of resource management, environmental sustainability, and social equity.