The Niger River Delta faces issues from oil production compromising its ecological health, which could have current and future consequences for the region, continent, and world. The militant group MEND exists due to these issues, while the roles of government and local leaders in either exacerbating problems or solutions are unclear. Both the ecological and human impacts require further examination.

1. Niger River Delta Has oil production in the Niger Delta compromised the ecological health of the river? What current and future consequences might this have on the region, the African continent and the world?

2. Why does MEND exist?

3. What role do the government and the local leaders play? Are they part of the problem or part of the solution?

4. What is the ecological impact?

5. What is the impact on people?