NUJ Worried Over Influx Of Okada Riders, Scrap Metal Traders, Scavengers In Eket

Friday June 26, 2026
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Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Akwa Ibom State Council has raised concerns over the increasing influx of individuals into Eket Local Government Area, particularly those engaged in commercial motorcycle transportation, scrap metal trading, and scavenging activities.

Arising from June congress on Thursday, the union urged local authorities and security agencies to ensure proper profiling and monitoring of persons and activities within the area in the interest of public safety and security.

In a communique endorsed by the Chairman and the Secretary of the NUJ council, Comrade Nsibiet John and Nsikak Esenowo, the union also called on regulatory agencies, including the Nigerian Immigration Service, to strengthen monitoring and verification processes to ensure compliance with extant laws and regulations.

While recognizing the constitutional rights of citizens to reside and work in any part of the country, the union stated that the recent development had more to be worried about.

“Congress expressed concern over the increasing influx of individuals into Eket Local Government Area, particularly those engaged in commercial motorcycle transportation, scrap metal trading, and scavenging activities,” the communique read in part.