VOICED: Niger Delta still a big challenge for Jonathan

The video discusses the presidency of Goodluck Jonathan, focusing on the challenges in the Niger Delta, including violence, poverty, and pollution. It highlights the influence of the ruling class and oil companies, land disputes, and the government's efforts towards democracy. The amnesty offered to militants is seen as a step forward, but underlying issues remain unresolved.

What were the initial hopes of the villagers when Goodluck Jonathan became president?

• To reduce taxes

• To increase oil production

• To bring peace and justice to the region

• To build more oil installations

What is the main criticism of Goodluck Jonathan's leadership according to the veteran delta campaigner?

• He is focusing too much on international relations

• He is not addressing the interests of the Niger Delta people

• He is investing too much in agriculture

• He is reducing the country's oil exports

What was the local people's claim regarding the land used for the oil installation?

• It was unused land

• It was a public park

• It was their ancestral hunting and farming ground

• It was government-owned land

What was offered to militant groups in the Niger Delta in 2009?

• A new government position

• An amnesty for laying down arms

• A share in oil profits

• A relocation package

What is identified as a necessary step beyond the amnesty for militants?

• Increasing oil prices

• Expanding military presence

• Addressing underlying poverty

• Building more oil installations