The Senate has raised an ad hoc committee to investigate claims that Cameroon has illegally annexed Nigeria’s mangrove islands and maritime territories. The committee is tasked with submitting a report within two months, outlining recommendations on how to resolve the issue. The Senate also called on President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action to safeguard Read More
The Nigerian Senate formed an ad hoc committee to investigate Cameroon's alleged illegal annexation of Nigerian mangrove islands in Akwa Ibom, which contain over 2,560 oil wells. Senators expressed concern over the economic and territorial implications, citing violations of international treaties and the exploitation of Nigeria's resources. They called for President Tinubu to safeguard Nigeria's territorial waters and oil assets, and some suggested reassessing the ICJ judgment that defined the border.
