Niger Delta crisis

The Niger Delta crisis involves ongoing conflict in Nigeria’s oil-rich Niger Delta region, driven by environmental damage, economic disparities, and lack of local development. Communities face pollution, job shortages, and neglected infrastructure despite the area's immense oil wealth. Militants and insurgents have sometimes resorted to violence, demanding fair resource sharing and better living conditions. The Nigerian government and oil companies face challenges in addressing these issues, leading to social unrest, environmental harm, and disruptions to oil production, which affect both Nigeria's economy and global oil supply.