In a heartfelt message to the people of Akwa Ibom State, investigative journalist and activist Fejiro Oliver has expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support shown toward his efforts to expose alleged financial mismanagement by the immediate past governor, Udom Emmanuel.

Oliver’s message, titled “Dear Akwa Ibomites, Thank You for the Love,” has sparked widespread conversation and reignited calls for accountability and good governance in the state.

A New Dawn for Accountability

Oliver highlighted a renewed sense of urgency among Akwa Ibomites to seek justice for what he described as the looting of public funds during Emmanuel’s tenure. “The people have always waited for an opportunity to get the EFCC to probe Udom but lacked someone to lead the way or the necessary documents and information to push it through,” he said.

After over a year of meticulous research, document gathering, and analysis, Oliver assured citizens that his team has amassed substantial evidence to support their claims. “We finished the analysis last night,” he noted, promising to release a snippet of the findings soon to build public confidence in the investigation.

Collective Effort for Good Governance

Emphasizing the power of unity, Oliver urged Akwa Ibomites to join him in the fight against corruption and impunity. “With one voice, no Governor in the South-South using our oil money will look us in the face, steal public funds blindly, and feel untouchable,” he declared.

He acknowledged the skepticism among some citizens regarding the availability of concrete evidence but assured them of his commitment to justice. “Your trust I won’t betray,” he pledged, adding that his advocacy extends beyond Akwa Ibom to other states where he has access to evidence of mismanagement.

Public Reaction

The message has been met with widespread approval, with many citizens expressing optimism about the prospect of holding public officials accountable. Oliver’s efforts are seen as a beacon of hope for those yearning for transparency and good governance in the state.

As Akwa Ibomites await the promised revelations, the stage is set for what could be a landmark moment in the fight against corruption in the South-South region of Nigeria. Fejiro Oliver’s determination to ensure no one is above the law resonates deeply with citizens eager to reclaim their collective wealth and restore integrity to governance.