A civil society organization, the Concerned Vanguard of Peace (CVP), has issued a formal public appeal to Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals Ltd., demanding immediate compliance with a resolution from the House of Representatives regarding the status of the Alesa Community.
The appeal comes in the wake of an ongoing dispute concerning the community’s rights under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2022.
The House of Representatives Mandate
The House of Representatives, following the consideration of a report by its Committee on Public Petitions, officially resolved on June 2, 2026, that Alesa must be formally recognized as a host community by the petrochemical giant.
The resolution sets clear directives for the company, including:
Formal Recognition: Recognizing Alesa as a host community in line with the provisions of the PIA.
Establishment of Trust: Mandating the creation of the Alesa Host Community Development Trust/Committee within a 30-day window, in accordance with Chapter 3 of the PIA.
Entitlement Payments: Directing the company to pay ₦35 billion in outstanding three-percent host community entitlements, covering the period from August 2022 to February 2026. These funds are to be paid directly into the designated account of the newly established Development Trust.
CVP’s Call for Peace and Rule of Law
In a statement issued this weekend, the CVP Coordinator, Comrade Samuel Owiri, emphasized that compliance is not merely a legal obligation but a path toward sustainable peace in the region.
"The Alesa people are peace-loving," Owiri noted. "By fully implementing these resolutions, Indorama can demonstrate its commitment to corporate responsibility and the rule of law, which will strengthen mutual trust and foster a more stable environment for all stakeholders."
The group further urged the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and other relevant regulatory agencies to exercise strict oversight, ensuring that the company adheres to the timeline set by the National Assembly. The House has indicated that failure to comply with these directives will attract sanctions as provided under the PIA and other applicable laws.
Stay tuned to PORTHARCOURTBLOG for updates on this developing story as we monitor the 30-day window for compliance.
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