Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has condemned attacks on oil pipelines in Niger Delta by militants.
The governor said such actions were not in the interest of the region.
He noted that attacks on oil installations would negatively affect the revenue accruing to states for their development.
Wike pledged that in few weeks, he would launch the dualisation of the Saakpenwa-Bori Road to serve Ogoni communities.
The governor said states in the Niger Delta would work with the Federal Government and security agencies to stop militants from blowing up pipelines.
He said: “Blowing up pipelines will further decrease our revenue, which affects the payment of salaries and development projects. Blowing up pipelines will not solve any of our development challenges.
“As a servant of the people, I know that there is no need for insecurity. I will never support those who claim to be responsible for pipeline vandalism.”
Wike said those having issues with a government at whatever level should embrace dialogue.
The governor noted that violence would not resolve challenges in the region, despite its crude oil and gas.