HRH. Kenibara Vll Condoles with Smooth Over Death of Band Members

HRH. Kenibara Vll Condoles with Smooth over Death of Band Members 

Warri ____ Kenibara Vll, the Amadabo of Moko-Ama Sangana, HRH. Theophilus Moses of Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, has condoled and commiserated with the renowned ljaw born Niger Delta music maestro, Chief. Barrister S. Smooth aka. the Paddle of Niger Delta on the tragic death of five super star members of his music band.

The bizarred incident occurred on Sunday June 11, 2023, when the Smooth musical organization were on transit to Abuja to perform at the reception of the 10th National Assembly members elect inauguration when one of  their vehicles was involved in a fatal crash along Lokoja-Abuja road, leading to the death of five members of the musical band.

King Theophilus who is the Treasurer of ljaw National Congress, INC Central Zone, was accompanied by Double Chief. Ebi Wilson Pinapinawei, popularly known as Commander Biggy, Mrs. Laurenta Pinapinawei, Gen. Alamco of Amasuomo, Comrade Oyinbi Onduku, CEO/Publisher Niger Delta Mirror Ndm Newspaper Online and a veteran Bayelsa born broadcaster/Radio presenter, Mr. lzon-ebi Oyintunemibofa on Wednesday 21st June, 2023 during the Service of Songs/Night of Tribute in honour of the fallen ljaw music lcons at NPA Warri, condoled with Smooth and the families of the deceased, on the unfortunate incident, and prayed God to give them the strength to bear the irreplaceable colossal lost.

Kenibara Vll said the bizarred incident was a big blow to ljaw music entertainment industry, regrettable and had caused great pain to the bereaved families, loved ones and their fans all over the world. 

In his words, he said:

“It is with a deep sense of sorrow that I and the good people of Moko-Ama Sangana Brass commiserate with the families of those that lost their lives in the fatal motor accident of Sunday, June 11, 2023, along Lokoja Abuja road.

“Indeed, their deaths have caused a dark cloud and great sorrow for their families, loved ones, fans and the entire ljaw music entertainment industry.

“ I extend my heartfelt condolences to my dear brother and friend, Chief. Barrister Smooth, the bereaved families, loved ones and the entire ljaw nation on this sad incident.

“Their untimely deaths have undoubtedly caused great pain and sorrow to their families. I pray for quick healing to the injured ones and that such tragedy will never occur again in our lives.

“May God grant the families and loved ones the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss and may the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace in the bosom of the Lord,” the statement added.

Chief Mulade Celebrates Governor Oborevwori @ 60

Chief Mulade Celebrates Governor Oborevwori @ 60

Abuja_______ Delta-born human and environmental rights activist, Comrade Mulade Sheriff has congratulated the Delta State Governor, Chief Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori on his 60th birthday anniversary.

In a statement personally signed by him and made available to newsmen, Comrade Mulade Sheriff thanked the Governor for his unwavering support towards building a better Delta State and the next generation (youths) for leadership roles in the State.

He extended his warmest birthday wishes to the new Governor, and expressed confidence in his capacity and ability to navigate and surmount complex challenges. He commended the Governor for his efforts at fostering partnerships and takes tough decisions for a better Delta State within a short period of his being in office, describing it as encouraging and inspiring.

“As we celebrate this special day, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to God  Almighty for His infinite mercy and grace upon your life, and for the wisdom and leadership qualities He deposited in you," he stated.

According to Chief Mulade, "as we mark your 60th birthday, Sir, I strongly believe in your unwavering commitment to change the narrative of Delta State's development that will bring Delta State to an enviable height and create opportunities for grooming more youths for leadership positions, so as to attract the much desired development to our dear State.

“On behalf of myself and my family, I wish you a very happy and peaceful birthday, good health and well-deserved moments of  relaxation, he said."

Chief Mulade also prayed that the years ahead would bring the Governor greater opportunities, and fulfillment in all his endeavors.

Wife of Journalist, Mrs Ajiri Kagbala Adopts Ijaw Name in Delta

Wife of Journalist, Mrs Ajiri Kagbala Adopts Ijaw Name in Delta 

Wife of a Popular Journalist and online newspaper publisher of FocalPoint Reports in Delta State, Comrade Ezekiel Kagbala has adopted an Ijaw name, Ajiri Tokoni Kagbala to express her love in the relationship.

According to her post on social media, she noted that she has embraced the Ijaw culture for their love and hospitality.

She noted that Ajiri an Isoko name means Praise when translated to English and Tokoni when translated to Ijaw. 

Both of them got married on November 12th, 2022, at the bride's father’s Compound, Elder Okoro in Owheologbo, Isoko North local government area of the state.

High-tension cable electrocutes widow, son in Ughelli, Delta

High-tension cable electrocutes widow, son in Ughelli, Delta

There is mourning in the Eruemukohwarien community of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State, as a widow named Mary and her son, Prince were electrocuted by an 11KVA high-tension cable owned by the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC).

Eyewitness accounts said tragedy struck when the cable snapped on the roof of a market stall, leading to a fatal electric shock as Mary attempted to rescue her son.

More details shortly.......

Tinubu appoints Ribadu, Alake, Edun, five others as Special Advisers

Tinubu appoints Ribadu, Alake, Edun, five others as Special Advisers

 June 15, 2023

 

President Bola Tinubu has named eight individuals as special advisers.

They include a former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Nuhu Ribadu, and a former Lagos Commissioner for Information, Dele Alake, who has been a close aide of Mr Tinubu for years.

Me Ribadu was named special adviser on security, a position suggesting he might function as national security adviser.

Mr Alake, on the other hand, will serve as special adviser on special duties, communications and strategy.

Mr Tinubu also appointed Wale Edun, a former Lagos commissioner, as special adviser on monetary policies.

Mr Tinubu had last week named a former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, as his chief of staff and a former Governor of Benue State, George Akume, as Secretary to the government of the federation.

Ibrahim Hassan Hadejia, a former senator and deputy governor of Jigawa State, was also appointed deputy chief of staff.

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE

APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL ADVISERS

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following as Special Advisers:

1.Mr. Dele Alake; Special Adviser, Special Duties, Communications and Strategy

2. Mr. Yau Darazo; Special Adviser, Political and Intergovernmental Affairs

3. Mr. Wale Edun; Special Adviser, Monetary Policies

4. Mrs. Olu Verheijen; Special Adviser, Energy

5. Mr. Zachaeus Adedeji; Special Adviser, Revenue

6. Mr. Nuhu Ribadu; Special Adviser, Security

7. Mr. John Ugochukwu Uwajumogu; Special Adviser, Industry, Trade and Investment.

8. Dr (Mrs.) Salma Ibrahim Anas; Special Adviser, Health

Abai Rewards Brand Advocates as PENGlobal Magazine Launch in Warri

Abai Rewards Brand Advocates as PENGlobal Magazine Launch in Warri 

A business and social brand promotional agency popularly known as PENGlobal has launched her maiden edition of its magazine in the oil city of Warri with appreciation of over thirty (30) distinguished Brand Advocates who had been supporting and patronizing the organization over the years of operation.

The PENGlobal Watch Magazine, with the themed “A Magnum Opus collection” is the maiden edition of the quarterly magazine which was unveiled on Wednesday June 14, 2023 in Warri. The magazine reports on trends as well as give accurate and promotional coverages to events.

While delivering his welcome address, the Chief Executive Officer, CEO/ Brand Director, Abai Francis, disclosed that the company is a brand that is into the promotion and development of brands, and that the magazine contains entertaining and educative contents with focus about happenings in the Niger Delta region, especially with more attention given to the riverine areas so as to bridge the gap of underreporting to draw government and other relevant stakeholders attention to addressing the myriads of challenges facing the region.

The Ijaw National Congress (INC) President, Prof. Benjamin Okaba who was represented by High Chief Prefugha Karawei (JP), commended the CEO of PenGlobal for his effort in establishing the magazine company, assuring of support to make the brand to succeed.

Prof. Okaba expressed delight for the launching of the magazine, as well as urged all to rally round the publisher and show solidarity to the magazine's growth.

High Chief Linus Yerinanagbegha (JP), the Perewenibuominiwei of Ogulagha Kingdom who played the Father of the Day, commended the CEO and Brand Director for his initiative to float the magazine and that it will push for the development of the state and the world because of the global vision of the brand.

Among other highlights of the magazine launch is the presentation of a Certificate of Recognition as a Brand Advocate to the Fiyewei (Spokesman) of Gbaramatu Kingdom, High Chief Godspower Gbenekama (JP) who is also a Father of the Day and to other 30 recipients including the National Coordinator of the Centre for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), Comr. Amb. Chief Sheriff Mulade.

Others recognised at the magazine launch are: High Chief Kestin Pondi, High Chief Michael Johnny, High Chief Wellington Bobo (JP), Chief Josephine Ogoba, Hon. Chief Barr Juliet Yeiwareneghan, Commodore Omatseye Nesiama (rtd), Bishop Dr. Godwyns Soroaye (JP), Rev. Matthew Doghor, among several other special guests.

Jonathan meets Tinubu, briefs him on developments in Mali

Jonathan meets Tinubu, briefs him on developments in Mali

Former President Goodluck Jonathan briefed President Bola Tinubu on some political developments in West Africa at the State House. 

Dr. Jonathan is the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Special Envoy to Mali.

The former president stated that he was at the State House to convey to President Tinubu the results of his discussions with other members of the West African Elders Forum, which he chairs.  

“I came to update the President on the activities of several continental and subcontinental organisations. 

You are aware that I serve as the ECOWAS mediator for Mali and as the chairman of the West African Elders Forum. 

 “Therefore, there are certain continental and subregional issues that I discuss with various presidents,” he said.

Mulade Congratulates Guwor As Speaker, Delta State House Assembly

.Mulade Congratulates Guwor As Speaker, Delta State House Assembly 

Warri_____ A renowned Delta State born Environmentalist and development advocate Comrade (Chief) Mulade Sheriff has congratulated Hon Emomotimi Guwor as speaker of Delta State House of Assembly and for his successful election and inauguration.

While congratulating Hon Emomotimi Guwor as the Speaker of the oil-rich Delta State, he described his emergence as a well deserved one, Chief Mulade called on members of the hallowed chamber to kindly give him all necessary support to enable us have a formidable Legislative arm of government with people oriented development policies that will strengthen the state government led by Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori as executive Governor to achieve his MORE Agenda for Deltans.

I equally call on the new speaker and his colleagues to give maximum support and cooperation to the Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori administration for a better Delta, just as he implored other residents of the state to work with the government to achieve the administration MORE Agenda for the good of Delta State.

Chief Mulade, who is the Ibe-Sorimowei of ancient Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area of the State, and a former PDP governorship aspirant, have expressed appreciation to all Honourable Members of DTHA, we are very happy and grateful for your huge collective support rendered to our illustrious son. We appreciate all Deltans for the trust, which will not be taking for granted in the State.

In Mulade’s words; "it is imperative to state that Delta is getting closer to achieving true democracy of building bridges of development across the state and I call on the speaker Hon Emomotimi Guwor to reach out to build bonds of trust with all, irrespective of tribe, religious and party to make good legislation for a prosperous and develop Delta State of our dreams".

King Pereama Condoles Smooth as ljaw Dumatun-Ogbo Mourns in Warri

King Pereama Condoles Smooth as ljaw Dumatun-Ogbo Mourn their Colleagues in Warri 

Oyinbi Onduku

Warri ____ Numupere ll of lzon-lbe Owigiri Highlife Music, King Pereama Freetown JP, has paid a condolence visit to his brother and colleague in the ljaw music entertainment industry, Chief. Barrister S. Smooth aka. the Paddle of Niger Delta on the death of some members of his music band over the weekend.

The unfortunate incident occurred on the noon of Sunday June 11, 2023, when the Smooth musical organization were on transit to Abuja to perform at the reception of the 10th National Assembly members elect inauguration when one of  their vehicle was involved in a fatal crash after Lokoja Kogi State, leading to the death of 5 members of the band with two others sustaining injuries.

King Pereama who was accompanied by the executives and members of the Dumatun-Ogbo of lzon-lbe on Tuesday visited Barrister Smooth at his residence along Jakpa Road Warri, condoled with him and  the families of the deceased, on the unfortunate incident and prayed for quick healing and recovery of those sustained injury.

He said that the bizarre incident was a big blow to ljaw music entertainment industry, regrettable and had caused great pain to the bereaved families, loved ones and their fans all over the world. 

According to King Pereama Freetown JP, said:

“It is with a deep sense of sorrow that I and the Dumatun-Ogbo of lzon-lbe commiserate with the families of those that lost their lives in the fatal motor accident of Sunday, June 11, 2023, along Lokoja Abuja Road.

“Indeed, their deaths have caused a dark cloud and great sorrow for their families, loved ones, fans and the entire ljaw music entertainment industry.

“On behalf of the Dumatun-Ogbo of lzon-lbe, I extend my heartfelt condolences to my brother, Chief. Barrister Smooth, the bereaved families, loved ones and the entire ljaw nation on this sad incident.

“Their untimely deaths have undoubtedly caused great pain and sorrow to their families. I pray for quick healing to the injured ones and that such tragedy will never occur again in our lives.

“May God grant the families and loved ones the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss and may the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace in the bosom of the Lord,” King Pereama stated.

However, amongst those died in the accident includes 3Men and 2Women in the ages of 40s, 30s; Chief. Joseph Ekeremieye alias Egberigboloemi from Ayakoromo/Okpokunou, Queen lkisima Brown (Singer/Song Writer) popularly known as the Queen of Highlife Music in the Niger Delta from Kalabari Rivers State ljaw, Mr. Tukur Eniekebi (Keyboardist) from Ayakoromo and two other dancers of the band from Patani and Rivers State...

Understanding the Secret Behind Fuel Subsidy & its Removal Benefits

Understanding the Secret Behind Fuel Subsidy & its Removal Benefits 

Many people do not understand the politics behind fuel subsidy and it's dangers to the development and growth of Nigeria.

The intension of the government to subsidise petrol was simply to make the product affordable for Nigerians and make life easier. So, the average price of petrol in the world can be as high as N590, however, the Nigerian Government will subsidise the product and fix price at N185 bringing total amount of subsidy per litre to N405.

The average consumption of litres of petrol in Nigeria per day is 60 million litres. However, Marketers of the product loads as much as 100 million litres and above per day.

This means the Nigerian Government is expected to pay as much as N405 × 100,000,000 (litres) as subsidy per day to the Marketers of the product to keep prices at N185 for instance. This brings the amounts to N40.5 billion daily and about N1.2 trillion monthly. Kindly take note that this amount can either decrease or increase following prices of petrol at the international market.

So, just try to wrap your head around it and know what Nigeria expends on fuel subsidy alone in a year - obviously some billions of dollars.

Here's the irony of whole arrangement

1. Petroleum Marketers (major petrol dealers with tank farms) usually divert larger quantity of the subsidised petrol to neighbouring countries to resell at the international market price. So, they make same amount of money the Nigerian Government has paid on the subsidised petrol at the neighbouring countries.

2. This makes the product relatively scarce in Nigeria as the left over becomes lower than the daily consumption in the country. The implication is that petrol stations will be selling fairly higher than the fixed price of N185 (some sells N190, N205, N225, N250 and so on depending on the area). And during peak periods of scarcity, which are also engineered by the marketers, Nigerians still buy same subsidised petrol for as high as N400, N500 and even N800 as the case was in first quarter of this year while sleeping in filling stations. Again, marketers make double.

3. Marketers also import above the daily consumption of 60 million litres as seen above and still force the federal government to pay subsidy on the excesses, which are usually part of what they smuggle to neighbouring countries. Again, marketers dupe Nigeria.

4. This entire scenario makes a mess of the good intention of the Nigerian government to make petrol affordable for Nigerians.

5. This scarcity and high cost of the product despite subsidy leads to arbitrar increase in the cost of living. Transportation for instance, goes up crazily.

Moves to Remove Subsidy & Reactions 

Therefore, successive federal governments having seen the outright abuse of the subsidy policy have always tried to cancel the policy so that market forces can determine the cost of petrol. 

More so, the huge amount of money paid into the pockets of Marketers can be channeled to other meaningful venture such as infrastructural development, agriculture, social security, technology, health, etc.

However, whenever the move to remove subsidy is made, the Marketers are quick to shutdown their filling stations and deprive Nigerians access to the already subsided fuel in their possession. This leads to instant scarcity regime and hardship (like we are already witnessing).

And while the marketers make more money on one hand, they force and instigate Nigerians against the federal government with the hardship created on the other hand. 

Then, the innocent Nigerians who do not understand the politics behind subsidy goes on strike, attacks the government and force her to continue the subsidy regime. We pay more for our ignorance at the long run.

The marketers are happy; they remain the top billionaires in Africa. Everyone loves them, wish to be like them, and celebrate them. Whereas the federal government count her losses, takes the insult, bears the bad name and pity uninformed/suffering Nigerians like you and me.

Will you support Tinubu to break this barrier and give us freedom or you will remain adamant and spread the hate

#TogetherWeCan

Late John Togo Boys Congratulate Oborevwori as Gov of Delta State

Late John Togo Boys Congratulate Oborevwori as Governor of Delta State 

........ Appeal for appointment in his administration 

Francis Tayor

Warri _______ Ex-agitators of the defunct Niger Delta Liberation Force (NDLF) under the leadership of late Gen. John Togo, has congratulated and rejoiced with His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Francis Oborevwori on the occasion of his successful inauguration  as the executive governor of Delta State on May 29, 2023 at Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba.

The group in a congratulatory message released on Wednesday at Ayakoromo, and signed by Commander Ayakeme Sunday, popularly known as Prapra on behalf of late John Togo boys noted that Rt. Hon. Elder Oborevwori successful sworn-in as the Executive Governor of Delta State is a well deserved one, while calling on all Deltans to support the new administration for a better Delta, so that to enable him achieve his MORE Agenda for the good of the people of the state.

While congratulating Oborevwori, he however appealed to His Excellency to remember and give appointment to the surviving John Togo boys in his administration, stressing that they all work for the interest of PDP to succeed.

The security expert reiterated that they can adequately secure the Delta waterways against any form of criminality such as sea piracy, pipeline vandalism and oil theft, saying Sheriff should consider them in that aspect in his government.

Commander Prapra, who is a PDP Stalwart and he  was the Chief Security Officer, CSO of the 2023 Delta State Governorship/House of Assembly elections in Ward 7 Ayakoromo Burutu LGA, and delivered PDP with his colleagues in the struggle.

The group however pledge their unalloyed support in this new administration, adding that Governor Sheriff is a grassroot oriented servant leader that will amiliorate the suffering of all Deltans majestically, the statement added

Subsidy: Kwara Civil Servants to Work 3Days Weekly, Govt Declares

Subsidy: Kwara Civil Servants to Work 3Days Weekly, State Govt Declares

The Kwara State Government has approved a temporary palliative measure to bring some ease to workers following the removal of petrol subsidy by the Federal Government. 

The State Head of Service, Mrs Susan Modupe Oluwole announced today that the State Governor, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has directed that the workdays be reduced from five days to three days per week for every worker.

Mrs Oluwole directed all Heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the State to immediately work out a format indicating the alternating work days for each worker under them.

The Head of Service however, warned the workers not to abuse the magnanimity of the Governor, stressing that the regular monitoring of MDAs by her office would be intensified to ensure strict compliance.

Signed:

Murtala Atoyebi,

Chief Press Secretary,

OHOS.

5/6/2023.

Theophilus, Timi Set to Exchange Marital Vow on 10 June, in Warri

Theophilus, Timi Set to Exchange Marital Vow on 10 June, in Warri

..... Invite friends, colleagues and well wishers 

Francis Tayor

Warri ______ All is set for the duo, Mr. Theophilus Tamarau-ebi Ganagana of Enekorogha Town in Burutu LGA, Delta State and Comrade Timi Shell Otubo of Ekeremor Town, Ekeremor LGA, Bayelsa State to exchange marital vow according to the ljaw tradition and legal obligation in the oil city of Warri on Thursday and Saturday this weekend.

According to the marriage programme signed by the two love birds stated that the traditional marriage rites is slated on Thursday 8th June, 2023 at Mr. Shell T. Otubo residence Ekeremor Town, Headquarters of Ekeremor LGA, Bayelsa State.

While the Court Registry/Wedding is slated on Saturday 10th June, 2023 at Uvwie LGA Marriage Registry, Effurun Delta State by 10:AM Prompt, and thereafter proceed to Nigeria Customs Christian Fellowship along Airport Road, Ugboroke Warri.

Reception follows immediately at Grateful Hall, Maneux Place Jakpa Road, Effurun Warri, Delta State by 1:00PM.

Meanwhile, it will interest you to note that the Bride, Comrade Timi Otubo is the CEO TIM'S Hair Laundry Services Warri, and former President of National Association of ljaw Female Students (NAIFS) Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro Chapter. 

She was also a former Woman Leader ljaw Youth Council, IYC  Tuomo Clan, and presently the Assistant Secretary General lYC Tuomo lbe.

While the Groom, Mr. Theophilus Tamarau-ebi Ganagana is Assistant Superintendent (ASC) of Nigeria Customs Service. He was the founder of the Progressive Youth Ambassadors of Niger Delta as well as former member of Ijaw Youth Council Mobile Parliament where he meritoriously served ljaw Nation to the admiration of his people.

The dou however, use this medium to respectively invite their friends, colleagues, well wishers and the general public to join them celebrate on their marriage ceremony, the statement added.

IYC Chairmen Lauds Parliament for Setting Aside Igbifa's Constitution, Give Reasons

IYC Chairmen Lauds Parliament for Setting Aside Igbifa's Constitution, Give Reasons 

Press Statement

Sunday June 4th, 2023.

IYC ZONAL AND CHAPTER CHAIRMEN ACROSS IJAW NATION LOUDS THE  IYC 5TH MOBILE PARLIAMENT FOR PUTTING THE INTEREST OF IJAW NATION FIRST BY CONCURRING WITH THE SUBMISSIONS OF THE FORUM IN THROWING ASIDE THE PETER IGBIFA'S PURPORTED ATABA DOCUMENT.

URGE IJAW YOUTHS TO BE VIGILANT  AS THE NATIONAL  ELECTION DRAWS NEAR...

The  Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) zonal and chapter chairmen forum led by Comr. Clever Inodu wishes to appreciate and commend the resolution of the 5th mobile Parliament led by Comr. Bob Collins  Igetei in their just concluded parliamentary sitting which rejected and set's aside the purported, self imposed Ataba document by Mr President of IYC Deac. Peter Igbifa was parading as councils constitution. 

And also using this medium to thank the six (6) eleco members for standing out for the best interest of Ijaw Nation  to defend and protect the integrity of our dear council by suspending  Mr. Urang Solomon- ex-chairman of the National Electoral Committee (NECO), while, congratulating the new chairman comr. Gilpin O. Gilpin and others hoping that they will selflessly work toward ensuring a peaceful, free, fair and credible elections that will enthrone a reliable leadership Ijaw nation will be proud off.

(1) While commending  the leadership of the 5th Mobile Parliament and it's entire parliamentarians, we want to reassure you of our continuous support on the decision of the 5th Mobile Parliament of the Ijaw Youth Council, which ordered the National Electoral Committee (NECO) to maintain status quo of the Oporoza electoral format  in the conduct of the forthcoming elections of Council.

2. We also condemn Mr President Deac. Peter Igbifa's request in writing to the parliament to  ratify the purported Ataba document that's not known to council. Stressing that , you can not build something on nothing which is the true scenario despite your positive intentions toward your actions and inactions. 

3. We also call on the electoral umpire to maintain the template of the Oporoza Unity Elective Convention of 2020 Electoral guidelines for the 2023, General election of the Ijaw Youth Council IYC worldwide. 

4.  The Chairmenship Forum of zones and Chapters,  also observed that,  the suspended Ex- chairman of NECO Mr. Urang Solomon's actions  after his inauguration portrays connivance with Mr President to plunge council into another round of crisis, demonstrates a set back to the transition process after x-raying his activities hence, supports his removal and caution others to toe the line of peace and sole interest of Ijaw nation.

5. It is also pertinent to state that, Mr President does not have any power to withdraw any member of the Eleco, as such powers lies solely on the zones and chapters they emanated from. Hence, we advise Mr President to allow peace to reign in council by allowing the Eleco to do thier job independently without interference and plots to scuffle the smooth transition process Ijaw nation looks forward to.

(6) While, Charging the new leadership of Comrade Gilpin Okesiyesinma to ensure they work hand in hand with the zonal chairmen, parliament and leaders of Ijaw nation in ensuring a smooth itch free, credible and transparent election. As leaders of Council,  we will not give room or allow any distraction and plots by some mischief makers to truncate  the transition process for selfish reasons  when we are making frantic efforts to re-position and  bring back the glory of the Council. 

7. Therefore, while reassuring the NECO, and entire Ijaw Nation of our enthusiasm and readiness in ensuring a smooth transition, we are washing keenly as we shall not relent to descend on anyone with negative plans to distrupt the existing peace Ijaw people has sacrificed so much to sustain.

We are solidly behind the new  National Electoral Committee NECO Acting Chairman Comrade Gilpin .O. Gilpin led eleco in ensuring they do their job independently to the best of their abilities.

Furthermore, it is very important that we draw the attention of the leadership of present ELECO to acknowledge the fundamental facts that Ijaw people  have sacrificed so much in lifting council from the crisis days to where it is today, hence, nobody should play the role of an accomplice in trying to plunge council into another round of crisis.

While calling on council members, leaders and stakeholders to give the necessary support the NECO needs in ensuring Ijaw Nation gets it right.

Yours in the struggle. 

Signed:

Comrade Clever Inodu 

Chairman, Central Zone and Chairman,  IYC Zones and Chapters Chairmenship Forum. 

Signed:

Chief Diplomat Adam Ebimobowei Ogomugo Marbo, Chairman IYC ABUJA and Secretary IYC Zones and Chapters Chairmenship Forum.. 

Signed:

Dr. Doubra Collins Okotete ,

Chairman, Western Zone and Member IYC Zones and Chapters Chairmenship Forum.. 

Signed:

Comrade Tikima Arigban,

Chairman, Lagos Chapter and Member IYC Zones and Chapters Chairmenship Forum.