Concern over illegal weapons in Niger Delta

Delta State Governor James Ibori says he is seriously concerned about the widespread illegal possession of arms and ammunition by youths in the state, 'The Vanguard' reported on Tuesday. Ibori, addressing a pan-Ijaw National Youths conference at Burutu in the state at the weekend, warned that "stringent measures" would be taken to deal with individuals committing violent acts, 'The Vanguard' said. He told the meeting of Ijaw elders, leaders and youths to cooperate with the government in finding a lasting solution to "the problem of proliferation of illegal arms and ammunition in the hands of youths".