IPF Inauguration 2024
Warri, Niger Delta Agog, as Ijaw Publishers Forum Prepare for Executive Council Inauguration, February 29.
Warri, Niger Delta Agog, as Ijaw Publishers Forum Prepare for Executive Council Inauguration, February 29.
By Prince (Dr.) Peretengboro Klintin Bibaikefie,
Warri, Ijaw Nation, and the Niger Delta region is set to join the celebration as the foremost Pan-Ijaw media organization, the Ijaw Publishers Forum (IPF) prepares to inaugurate their newly elected Maiden Executive Council. The event promises to be a grand affair, with esteemed personalities set to grace the occasion.
This is as released in a statement by the Central Planning Committee of the body in Warri, Delta State, yesterday.
Chairman of the Occasion, High Chief (Engr.) Kestin Ebimorbowei Pondi, Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, will lead the proceedings. His notable presence underscores the importance of the event.
The Special Guest of Honour, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, Honourable Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, will add political prominence to the gathering. Joining him is Chief Favour Izoukumor, Executive Director of Social Services at DESOPADEC, and Dr. Samuel Igbuku, Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Their collective influence signifies a commitment to regional development.
The event is honoured to have High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, as the Father of the Day. As the Ebidouwei of Izon Nation, his presence holds cultural and historical significance.
The Royal Fathers of the Day include HRM. Pere Stanley Perediegha Luke-Kalanama VIII (JP), Pere of Akugbene-Mein Kingdom and 1st Vice Chairman of Delta State Council of Traditional Rulers, as well as HRM Couple Oromoni, Monbene III, the Pere Ama-Okosu of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom, Delta State. Their participation also adds a regal touch to the event, symbolizing unity among traditional leaders.
This occasion is not just an Ijaw Publishers’ affair but a convergence of key stakeholders across the Niger Delta region. As the ceremony unfolds, Ijaw Nation anticipates a new era of collaboration and growth in the area of media and story-telling pioneered by the Ijaw Publishers from across the now nine states of Ondo, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Imo, Abia, Aqua-Ibom, and Cross Rivers State where Ijaw people are aboriginal citizens.
The general public is cordially invited to grace this auspicious event and witness the dawn of a promising chapter for Ijaws, Niger Deltans, and of course, Nigeria in the News, Entertainment, Sports, and Lifestyle storytelling industry.
Gbenekama to be Inducted Into IPF College of Patrons
By Admin,
Gbaramatu Kingdom’s Fiyewei (Spokesman), High Chief Godspower Gbenekama, is set to join the prestigious College of Patrons of the Ijaw Publishers Forum (IPF).
In a significant announcement on Monday, IPF delegates paid a courtesy call to the esteemed activist and Niger Delta development advocate. IPF President, Comrade Austin Ozobo, lauded Gbenekama’s impactful agitations, declaring him a fearless fighter for the entire Niger Delta against government oppression.
Ozobo emphasized that Gbenekama’s longstanding commitment had paved the way for the establishment of a media-focused body dedicated to advocating for comprehensive development and improvement for the Ijaw people. He further stated that Gbenekama’s induction into the College of Patrons was a recognition of his experience and unwavering integrity.
Responding to the news, a jubilant Gbenekama praised the media executives for forming a united front in pursuit of a better Ijaw nation and a developed Niger Delta. The revered chief endorsed the formation of the Ijaw Publishers Forum, urging the organization to uphold the highest standards of professionalism in its endeavors.
Expressing gratitude for the accolade, Gbenekama vowed to provide unwavering support to ensure the success and optimal functioning of the IPF. He joins an illustrious group of individuals inducted into the IPF College of Patrons, including Chief Kestin Pondi, Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Limited, and Kingsley Otuaro, the immediate past Deputy Governor of Delta State. The induction ceremony stands as a testament to the commitment of these distinguished personalities to the advancement and betterment of the Niger Delta region.
IPF Inauguration 2024
Ijaw Publishers Forum Inaugurates an 8-man National Executive to Pilot its Affairs.
Ijaw Publishers Forum Inaugurates an 8-man National Executive to Pilot its Affairs.
By Tobouke JEMINE, 01/03/2024.
The inauguration ceremony of the Ijaw Publishers Forum (IPF) has been done and dusted, but the ripples it has generated will last for a considerable time. The inauguration ceremony venued at the Tunde Smooth Playground in Warri, Delta State, saw the inauguration of an eight-man National Executive to pilot its activities for the next two years.
The newly inaugurated Executives include: Comr.Austin Ozobo, President; Comr. Onduku Oyinbi, Vice President; Comr. Magbei Tare, Secretary; Comr. Ezekiel Kagbala, Public Relations Officer; Comr. Mingo Friday, Treasurer; Comr. Ugedi Mike, Financial Secretary; Mr. Francis Abai, Chief Research Officer and Prince(Dr.) Peretengboro Clinton Bibaikefie, Assistant Public Relations Officer. The oath of office was administered on the executive members of the body by Igho Ogedegbe Esq.
In his inaugural speech, the IPF National President , Comrade Austin Ozobo , who is the the publisher of Congress Newspaper promised to carry out an all-inclusive policy . He further said,”I will embrace team work, I will work building a strong Ijaw owned mainstream media.
“We will undertake school outreach programmes, seminars, workshop, conferences and many more to create more awareness.
“I will maintain accountability, integrity and trust among members of the IPF and the general public.”
The Managing Director of Tantita Security Services, High Chief Kestin Pondi, speaking through his representative, Joshua McCaiver (the Head of Bayelsa Tantita Security Services), congratulated the new Executives of IPF and urged them to use their platforms to champion the importance of youth education in Ijawland, and as well as project and promote the rich cultural heritage of the Ijaws across borders. He advised IPF members to always do thorough investigation before filing any news story in order to curtail and avoid avoidable litigations and controversies.
The former Deputy Governor of Delta State, Kingsley Otuaro, also congratulated the executives on their inauguration. The former deputy governor said the IPF will help to narrate the Ijaw story in the right perspective.He assured the media body that the Ijaw nation will give IPF every support its needs to function effectively.
In his remark ,the Pere of Akugbene-Mein Kingdom, HRM Perediegha Luke-Kalanama VIII(JP) entreated every Ijaw man and woman to support and emulate Tantita Security Services . The monarch encouraged the IPF executive to run the affairs of the body in a transparent and accountable manner. He also urged members of the new Executive Council to collaborate with the president in advancing the forum.
The IPF used the occasion to honour the former Delta State former deputy governor , Kingsley Otuaro as it Grand Patron and Managing Director of Tantita ,Chief Kestin as its “Patron”.
The event which was spiced up with various Ijaw cultural dancing groups lended elegance and festivity to the day.
INC president, Okaba throws weight behind Ijaw Publishers’ Forum.
In a significant development, the President of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), Prof. Benjamin Ogele Okaba, has officially endorsed the Ijaw Publishers’ Forum (IPF) and confirmed his attendance at their forthcoming inaugural ceremony.
The endorsement came after a brief but impactful meeting between Prof. Okaba and a delegation from IPF, led by Comrade Austin Ozobo, in Yenagoa today. This endorsement holds immense importance, given Prof. Okaba’s influential position as a foremost Ijaw leader and academic luminary.
The IPF delegation extended an invitation to Prof. Okaba, which he graciously accepted. The inaugural ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Chief Tunde Smooth Playground in Warri on February 29, 2024.
This endorsement signified high level of acceptance of the forum by significant institutions and personalities dedicated to the promotion and representation of Ijaw interests globally. The acceptance of the invitation by Prof. Okaba not only underscores his support for IPF but also highlights the importance of unanimous echoes of the voice of Ijaw people not only within the Ijaw nation but across the global media space.
Comrade Ozobo expressed the forum’s boundless appreciation to the number one citizen of Ijaw Nation, promising that Chief Tunde Smooth Playground is expected to witness a gathering of prominent Ijaw figures, intellectuals, and leaders during the inaugural ceremony. This event promises to be a platform for constructive discussions, fostering a stronger sense of community and collaboration among the Ijaw people.
As the date approaches, anticipation grows for what is expected to be a historic moment for the Ijaw Publishers’ Forum, with the esteemed presence of Prof. Okaba and other dignitaries billed to attend the event.