By Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR
For the first time in decades, residents of Abah-Unor in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State no longer have to trek over three kilometers to fetch water from streams, thanks to a life-changing intervention by the Neo-Black Movement (NBM) of Africa Worldwide.
The organization, through its United Arab Emirates (UAE) chapter, has donated a solar-powered motorized borehole worth ₦16 million to the community, providing a sustainable solution to a long-standing water crisis.
At the commissioning ceremony, Deputy National President of NBM, Chief Eribo Emwanta—who represented the National President, Olorogun Ese Kakor—described the gesture as a demonstration of the group’s commitment to grassroots development and humanitarian service.
“This project is about giving back to our roots,” Chief Emwanta said. “The community now has access to clean water—something many have lived without for decades. It’s not just a borehole; it’s hope, health, and a future.”
He praised the UAE chapter of NBM for initiating and fully funding the project, noting that the borehole is the only one in the community and was built through voluntary contributions from members.
He called on the residents to take ownership of the project and ensure its proper maintenance. “If managed well, this will open the door for more impactful projects in the future,” he added.
The traditional ruler of Abah-Unor, HRH Obi Innocent Maduabunachukwu II, thanked the organization for what he described as a “timely and transformative” project. He highlighted the advantages of the solar-powered system, noting that it eliminates the need for generators and ensures uninterrupted water supply with minimal maintenance.
In his remarks, Prince David Mekoma, Country President of NBM’s UAE Chapter, said the project aligns with the organization’s corporate social responsibility and commitment to sustainable community development.
“This initiative is about saving lives, improving health, and reducing poverty. With access to safe water, the risk of waterborne diseases in the community will significantly drop,” Mekoma said.
Excited residents, some of whom had spent years battling water scarcity, hailed the project as a “gift from God,” expressing deep gratitude to the NBM for the intervention. They pledged to protect the facility and ensure its longevity.
The event also featured a donation of 200 exercise books and other educational materials to pupils of Champions Nursery and Primary School, aimed at boosting learning in local public schools.
For Abah-Unor, the borehole is more than a water project—it’s a symbol of progress, partnership, and the power of giving back.
