In a recent interview on Channels Television, Saviour Oscar, Executive Director of the South-South Youth Initiative, spoke on the political dynamics in Rivers State, focusing on issues of zoning, historical representation, and calls for greater inclusion among different ethnic groups in the state’s governorship structure.
During the interview, Oscar stated, “We know, from history, that no Ogoni person has ever become governor of Rivers State.” He made the remark while addressing concerns about long-standing political exclusion and the demand for fair representation in the state’s leadership arrangement.
Oscar explained that the historical absence of an Ogoni governor reflects what he described as a sustained imbalance in the distribution of political power within Rivers State. According to him, this has continued to fuel agitation among communities that feel sidelined in key political decisions and leadership opportunities.
He further noted that the issue is not only about political office but also about recognition, inclusion, and equitable participation in governance structures that shape the state’s development agenda.
Oscar argued that groups such as the Ogoni community have made significant contributions to the political and economic life of Rivers State, yet have not been adequately represented at the highest level of state leadership.
He maintained that while political negotiations and alliances often determine electoral outcomes, fairness and inclusion should remain central to any zoning or power-sharing arrangement in the state.
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