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IPDI Praises Tompolo, Keston and Tare Pondi, for Their Role in Peace, Youth Empowerment, and Environmental Sustainability Across the Niger Delta
By Admin
The National President of the Ijaw People’s Development Initiative (IPDI), Comrade Ozobo Austin, has extended his deep gratitude to High Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), Chairman of Tantita Security Service Limited; Chief (Engr) Kestin Pondi, Managing Director of Tantita; and the company’s General Manager, Sir Godfrey Tare Pondi, for their dedicated efforts in promoting peace, security, and environmental sustainability in the Niger Delta region.
In a statement, Ozobo highlighted the trio’s significant contributions to creating an environment conducive to economic growth and development in Nigeria. He noted that their commitment to peace and security has been pivotal in enhancing oil production, which has had a favorable impact on the global economy. “The rise in oil and gas production has resulted in increased national revenue, job creation, and infrastructure development across the country,” IPDI emphasized.
Specifically, Ozobo commended Tompolo for his leadership in maintaining peace and security within the Niger Delta, a region historically prone to unrest. His efforts, Ozobo noted, have been crucial in preventing disruptions to oil production and ensuring the safety of both lives and property. “Tompolo has rightfully earned his reputation as a champion of peace and security in the Niger Delta,” he stated.
Furthermore, Ozobo praised Chief (Engr) Kestin Pondi for his unwavering dedication to environmental sustainability and the empowerment of thousands within the region. He remarked that Pondi’s initiatives have played a key role in protecting the fragile ecosystem of the Niger Delta and promoting sustainable practices in the oil and gas sector. “Pondi’s contributions have been vital in minimizing the environmental impact of oil production and safeguarding the region’s natural resources for future generations,” Ozobo added.
Additionally, Sir Godfrey Tare Pondi received commendation for his efforts in promoting youth empowerment, environmental safety, and community development. Ozobo acknowledged that Tare’s initiatives have been instrumental in empowering local communities, ensuring they benefit from the region’s economic advancements. “Tare’s work has been crucial in promoting social justice and making sure the benefits of oil production are shared equitably,” IPDI maintained.
Ozobo concluded by underscoring the importance of collaborative efforts in achieving sustainable development and prosperity in the Niger Delta. He pointed out that the trio’s dedication to peace, security, environmental sustainability, and community development sets a commendable example for others to follow.
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Late High Chief (Boanerge) Lawrence Orukemezuogha for Burial at Agge Town, on February 13, 2026.
By Derick Peretengboro
The burial of Late High Chief (Boanerge) Lawrence Orukemezuogha of Opu-Ituere quarters of Agge Community in Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, Ogiriye 1 quarters of Ojobo and Bomuzuwei and Imbeware quarters of Odimodi, both in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, who died at the age of 77 years (1948 – 2025) on the 5th of October, 2025, after a protracted illness, has been announced by family.
Funeral activities of the deceased who is survived by wife, 20 children, and 21 grandchildren will commence on Friday, 13th of February, 2026. The body is billed to leave Ame Specialist Hospital, Okumagba Avenue,Warri, by 8.00 a.m., to his hometown, Agge Community, via Miller Waterside Jetty.
The family further disclosed that at 11:00 am the body is expected to have arrived his compound to be received by Chiefs, Elders, and family members, to depart to Holy Ghost City Zion Church field for funeral service by 11:30AM.
A private interment at his final resting place will follow at 4:00 p.m., after which a social wake-keeping will commence by 7:00 p.m. till dawn, with music supplied by John Ekpesebo.
A thanksgiving service scheduled to hold on Sunday 15th February, 2026, by 8:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost City Zion Church, Agge Community, to mark the conclusion of the burial activities.
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Chief Evans Etimigba (JP), Invites All to the Burial of 101-Year-Old Grandmother, Mama Bomor Etimigba
By Divine Perezide
Chief Evans Etimigba JP (FICMC) has called onl family, friends, and well-wishers to the burial ceremony of his Grandmother, Mama Bomor Etimigba (née Ekerekeme Ikodo), billed to hold on February 13, 2026, at Ayakoromo Town, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State.
Mama Bomor who hails from the Gogi family of Diamo Idumu and the Ogula family of Aziboware of Karebi Egede, both in Akubiri Quarters, alongside the Fiyai family of Yeyeware of Assesaghabiri, all in Ayakoromo Town, as well as the Ikodo family of Orugbene in Burutu Local Government Area and the Zikena family of Akpanika-Ibodo of Akugbene Town in Bomadi Local Government Area, passed on at the age of 101 years, on June 7, 2025. She is survived by two children, 13 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren, which includes Apst. Stephen Makirifegha Etimigba and Dcn. Johnbull Etimigba Okunwei (sons), Chief (Amb.) Evans E. Etimigba (JP) and Mr. Collins T. Etimigba (grandsons), as well as Faith Etimigba, her senior granddaughter.
In a burial announcement jointly signed by Mr. Ezaigba Paymaster for the Gogi family of Diamo Idumu of Ayakoromo; Capt. Augustine Ogula for the Ogula family of Aziboware of Ayakoromo; Rev. John Epideiprekumor Ogofa for the Zikena family of Akpanika-Ibodo of Akugbene; and Apostle Stephen Makirifegha Etimigba for the children, the burial activities will commence at 12 noon, with the body leaving Ame Specialist Hospital Mortuary to Izon-Oborotu through Miller Waterside for a brief stop-over at her husband’s compound, before proceeding to her hometown, Ayakoromo for funeral service and interment at her family compound (Diamo Idumu).
Reception follows shortly with music supplied by John Ekpesebo at Ngbelebiri Primary School field, Ayakoromo, and wake-keep will continue till dawn with musical display by Chief Allen Alabo.
By: Divine Perezide
A towering Burutu APC leader, Comrade Isaiah Tam Ingo, has announce arrangements for his upcoming 50th birthday (Golden Jubilee) celebrations, inviting family, friends, associates, and well-wishers to join him in thanking God for reaching the milestone age of 50.
Sharing the news with a note of gratitude, Comrade Ingo stated that “by His grace and mercies upon my life, I, Comrade Isaiah Tam Ingo, will be 50 on Thursday 22nd Jan. 2026.” He appealed for massive attendance at the thanksgiving service, adding, “By this notice, I plead with you all to honour me with your esteemed presence as I give thanks to God Almighty on the occasion of my 50th Birth Anniversary.”
According to details released, the Thanksgiving Service is scheduled as follows:
Date: Sunday 25th January 2026
Venue: “Sunrise Mega Parish, 6 Onoja Street Opposite Kenwood Hotel Ekpan – Warri”
Time: 10 a.m. prompt
The celebrant emphasized that the anniversary is dedicated to divine grace, concluding his notice with the words, “To God be the glory.”
The event is expected to attract family members, colleagues, friends, political associates and leaders, and members of the wider public.