**Traditional Rulers, Youths Warned Against Destroying Development Projects in C'River** The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has cautioned traditional rulers, youths, and community leaders in Cross River State against vandalising projects executed by the commission. These projects, aimed at improving the lives of Niger Deltans, include solar-powered street lights and other critical infrastructure. Speaking at a sensitisation programme in Calabar, the state capital, Daniel Ajuwa, the Cross River State Director of the NDDC, warned that communities that fail to protect these projects may be denied future interventions. He stated that the awareness campaign was necessary to educate communities, civil society organisations, government agencies, and youth groups on the importance of safeguarding NDDC projects. The commission has invested heavily in providing essential infrastructure in various communities across the state, but unfortunately, some youths have been caught vandalising these facilities for personal gain. Ajuwa expressed disappointment at this development, citing instances of individuals stealing solar light components installed by the NDDC. The solar lighting project, approved by the Managing Director of the commission, was designed to address insecurity and improve night-time visibility in communities. However, some communities have failed to protect these projects, allowing vandals to destroy them. Ajuwa urged communities to take responsibility for protecting NDDC projects, stating that communities that fail to do so may be denied future assistance. He stressed that the commission's goal is to improve the lives of Niger Deltans, and it is disheartening that some individuals are working against this goal. This warning is timely and necessary, especially in a state like Cross River, where the NDDC has invested significant resources in developing critical infrastructure. It is crucial that traditional rulers, youths, and community leaders take this warning seriously and work towards protecting these projects, which are meant to benefit their communities.