The Executive Council of the Federated Union of Southern Ijaw Students (FUSIS) Worldwide has expressed growing concern regarding the inaccessibility of the Executive Chairman of Southern Ijaw Local Government.
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In an open letter addressed to Hon. Target Segibo, the student body lamented a lack of engagement from his office, highlighting difficulties in communication and the perceived indifference of his appointees.
“Despite our efforts to engage, our calls go unanswered and our messages remain unread,” the letter states. The Council emphasized that FUSIS, as the apex student body in the local government, feels neglected and sidelined by the current administration.
The letter outlined several key demands aimed at reviving the Union and supporting students:
- Creation of an SA Student Office: This new office would facilitate better communication between students and the government, with the FUSIS Worldwide President serving in that capacity.
- Annual Subvention: A yearly funding allocation to support FUSIS conventions and programs is requested to ensure the Union’s activities can be carried out effectively.
- Monthly Stipends: The student body seeks regular financial support to enable chapter unions to fulfill their roles in student representation.
- Scholarships and Bursaries: FUSIS calls for a yearly implementation of financial assistance programs to alleviate the economic burdens facing students, which have contributed to rising dropout rates.
- Transportation Support: The Union requests the provision of a vehicle to facilitate the movement of its members for official engagements.
The letter asserts that investing in education and supporting student unionism is crucial for the socio-economic development of the region. It argues that prioritizing these areas will not only enhance educational outcomes but also foster community engagement and social responsibility among students.
The Executive Council has set a deadline of four working days from the publication of their letter for a response from the Chairman. If no engagement occurs, they threaten to organize a peaceful protest to draw attention to their demands.
The letter concludes with a hopeful note, expressing the Council’s belief that their requests will be met with understanding and action.
In the words of Comr. Okpeke, Odauwari Solomon, President of FUSIS Worldwide, and Comr. Dickson Ebiboladei M., Secretary of FUSIS Worldwide, “Let us prioritize education and students in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area to build a brighter future for all.”
As this situation unfolds, many in the community await the Chairman’s response, hoping for a constructive dialogue that prioritizes the needs of the youth.
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