Residents of Omagwa and Ipo communities in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State, on Wednesday, blocked the main entrance to the Port Harcourt International Airport while protesting against prolonged power outage and absence of social amenities.
Reports say the angry residents also disrupted flight operations, leaving air travelers stranded, culminating in severs gridlock stretching from the Airport Road to nearby communities.
The protesters, gathering as early as 7 am on Wednesday, expressed frustration over the lack of compensation despite hosting the international airport and enduring daily noise pollution, highlighting the absence of adequate schools in the area.
Accusing the airport authorities of neglect, Oki, a protester, voiced his frustration, saying: “We in Omagwa and Ipo haven’t had light for over 10 years. We want compensation for the noise pollution coming from the airport every day. We are tired. That is why we are here.”
