In a world where crude oil is no longer sustainable and states are creatively diversifying their economies. This paper with scholarly articulacy, plausible analysis and racy vitality attempts a modest exposition on how Ondo State Government can tap into the latent economic potentials of Ondo South via ending the perennial Sea Incursion in Ayetoro Community in Ondo State, transform Ayetoro into a Mega Atlantic City; A Business hub and a Residential Estate to enlarge the State's revenue base. The paper also delves into the need to harness the Ecotourism potential of Araromi Beach and translates from paper to reality the "Port of Ondo" Project. The paper concludes that the trio has the key to unlocking Ondo State for patent development and thus, the paper attempts to constitute a development framework for the development of Ayetoro Community and the entire Ondo South in Ondo State, Nigeria.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Ayetoro: An Oil Producing Community Deserted by Government
- Interventionist Agencies: of Corruption, Profligacy and Habitual Projects Abandonment
- What is Ondo State Government doing to help the people of Ayetoro and neighboring llaje communities?
- Lessons and Recommendations
- Conclusion
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the devastating impact of sea incursion on the Ayetoro community in Ondo State, Nigeria, and advocates for urgent measures to address the issue and unlock the economic potential of the region. The paper highlights the need for diversification of the state's economy and explores potential solutions such as the development of a Mega Atlantic City, the harnessing of ecotourism potential, and the realization of the "Port of Ondo" project.
- The impact of sea incursion on Ayetoro and other coastal communities
- The role of oil revenue and the need for economic diversification in Ondo State
- The importance of sustainable development and environmental protection in the region
- The potential of Ayetoro and the surrounding area for economic development and growth
- The need for government intervention and effective governance in addressing the challenges facing the region
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the Ilajeland region, its unique characteristics, and the challenges it faces due to sea incursion. It highlights the economic potential of the area and the need for development.
- Ayetoro: An Oil Producing Community Deserted by Government: This chapter details the history and current situation of Ayetoro, an oil-producing community struggling with sea incursion. It discusses the community's rich cultural heritage and the devastating impact of the encroaching sea on its infrastructure and economy.
- Interventionist Agencies: of Corruption, Profligacy and Habitual Projects Abandonment: This chapter criticizes the ineffective and corrupt practices of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC), highlighting their failure to address the challenges facing the riverine communities.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key themes and concepts explored in this paper include sea incursion, Ayetoro, Ondo State, oil economy, ecotourism, Port of Ondo, economic diversification, government intervention, environmental protection, and sustainable development.
- Quote paper
- Bababo Ikuemonisan (Author), 2021, Ayetoro Sea Incursion. Reflective Discourse and Urgent Need to Open Up Ondo South in Ondo State, Nigeria for Patent Development, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1044993
