Civil Society Organizations are turning their attention on the rights of the people in the oil -rich regions.

Over 50 civil society organisations have convened for a retreat to discuss new strategies of advocating for the rights of people living in oil rich areas.

Tullow Oil drilling in Bulisa

The Chairperson of civil society organisations on oil and gas Enock Nimpami says in the recently passed oil bills, it is stipulated that the indigenous people will get 7 % of the oil proceeds but the government has not come out to discuss this issue with the locals.

Nimpami says that this campaign is meant to ensure the issues raised are tackled comprehensively before the actual oil production begins.

He adds that the outcome of the retreat will be taken to the communities where prospecting is ongoing, for further discussions.

The retreat is organized by International Alert in collaboration with other organisations like Advocates Coalition for Development and Environment, African Institute Energy Governance and Green Watch among others.