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DUMO BRIGGS LEADS AS IJAW NATIONAL CONGRESS CONSTITUTES NATIONAL BURIAL COMMITTEE FOR CHIEF (DR.) E.K. CLARK
By Peretengboro Bibaikefie
YENAGOA, BAYELSA – The Ijaw National Congress (INC) has officially constituted a National Burial Committee for the late Chief (Dr.) E.K. Clark. The announcement was made yesterday, March 6, 2025, at Izon-Ware, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, by the President of INC, Prof. Benjamin Ogele Okaba.
This development follows the earlier announcement of nominees last week in a press release issued by Prof. Okaba. After extensive consultations, a robust committee comprising representatives from all states where the Ijaw people are indigenous was formally commissioned at midday yesterday.
IduwiniVoice can confirm the proceedings, as our media crew covered the event live from Yenagoa.
According to the official statement released by the INC, Prof. Benjamin Okaba declared:
> “CONSTITUTION OF THE IJAW NATIONAL CONGRESS (INC) NATIONAL BURIAL COMMITTEE FOR CHIEF (DR.) E.K. CLARK”
“Following wide consultations, the President of Congress, Prof. Benjamin Okaba, has constituted a National Burial Committee for the burial of Chief (Dr.) E.K. Clark, as follows:
1. Chief Dumo Lulu Briggs – Chairman
2. Chief Fredrick E. Owotorufa – Vice Chairman
3. Dr. Ayakeme E. Whisky – Secretary
4. Dr. Alfred Mulade – Member
5. Princess (Mrs.) Adesola Etiseni – Member
6. Mrs. Peremor Opiah – Member
7. Chief O’fonibobalaka George Daida – Member
8. Chief Kennedy Odiowei – Member
9. Bishop Soroaye – Member
10. High Chief Philip Brown Agu – Member
11. Hon. (Chief) Ufikairo Monday Efet – Member
12. Engr. (Chief) Ezonebi Oyakemagbegha – Member
13. HRM Godspower Oporomor (Hon. Commissioner, Ijaw Affairs) – Member
14. Engr. Fenibo Onengiyeofori – Member
15. Barr. Bomo Tons Fetepigi – Member
16. Representative of Pa E.K. Clark’s family – Member
17. Representative of IYC – Member”
The statement further noted:
> “Members of Congress and the general public will be informed of the date and venue of the inauguration.”
See details in the attached video: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15m3WxNn5j/
The announcement was signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Engr. (Chief) Ezonebi Oyakemagbegha.
Preparations Underway for a State Burial
In the coming days, preparations are expected to intensify as the Ijaw nation, the Niger Delta, and the entire country anticipate a state burial for the late nationalist, Chief Sen. (Dr.) Edwin Kiagbodo Clark.
The revered elder statesman, known for his lifelong advocacy for the rights of the Ijaw people and the development of the Niger Delta, is set to be honored with a befitting farewell.
IduwiniVoice will continue to provide updates as the burial plans unfold.
HIGH CHIEF SUNNY GBEGHA JP CELEBRATES DAUGHTER’S ACADEMIC MILESTONES
By: Daire Perez
Okija, Anambra State – Father and community leader, High Chief Sunny Gbegha JP, the Egbakarewei of Iduwini Kingdom, Delta State, has expressed immense joy and gratitude to God as his daughter, Miss Gbegha Tamarauikiye Favour, successfully completed notable academic milestones at Madonna University, Okija.
Miss Favour graduated with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree in Banking and Finance, earning an impressive Second-Class Upper (2.1) classification. Going a step further in her academic pursuit, she has also obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Banking and Finance from the same institution.
This has received warm reactions from family and friends with many congratulating the young lad. I a message filled with joy, High Chief Gbegha described his daughter’s achievements as a testament to hard work, discipline, and divine grace. He noted that her academic excellence brings honour not only to their family but also to the wider community.
Community members, friends, and well-wishers have continued to congratulate Miss Favour for her outstanding accomplishments, celebrating her as an inspiration to young scholars across the region.
IduwiniVoice joins in this congratulations to our shining young lady.
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By: Divine Perezide
Former leader of Burutu Legislative House, Rt. Hon. Joseph Alubeze, has expressed heartfelt birthday felicitations to the his former boss and leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Gbabozor Pondi, Member Representing Burutu Federal Constituency and the Chairman, House Committee on the South-South Development Commission.
In his congratulatory message, Alubeze described Pondi as an astute leader whose antecedent smarcks of nothing but people-oriented service and dedication that continue to inspire many within and beyond the Constituency.
“Happy Blessed Birthday to you, my Dear Leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Pondi – Member Representing Burutu Federal Constituency and Chairman, South-South Development Commission,” he started.
He prayed for renewed wisdom, strength, and greater achievement for the federal lawmaker as he marks a new year. “May this new year of yours be filled with wisdom, strength, and greater accomplishments as you continue to serve with dedication and grace,” he added.
Hon. Alubeze, a former leader of Burutu House wished his principal Pondi, whose was his predecessor, many more fruitful years in good health, acknowledging his commitment to the advancement of the South-South region and the nation at large, closing his message with a heartfelt best wishes to the celebrant on his special day.
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Good News: Presidential Amnesty Office Commences Second Phase of Laptop Distribution to Scholarship Delegates
By: Divine Perezide
Abuja – The Otuaro-led Presidential Amnesty Office, popularly known as PAP, has commenced the second phase of laptop distribution to its scholarship beneficiaries across Nigerian Universities for the 2024/2025 academic year.
According to a statement signed by Mr. Igoniko Oduma, Special Assistant on Media to the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, the initiative is part of efforts to enhance learning and research amongst students under the programme.
The exercise, which began following the directive of the Administrator, Chief (Dr.) Dennis Otuaro, makes a continuation of the first phase carried out between April and May 2025, during which over 663 final-year scholarship beneficiaries received laptops.
Dr Otuaro explained that the decision to promoting academic excellence and research productivity. He noted that the gesture also fulfills a promise he made to students during his tour of partner Universities in 2024.
“The laptops are intended to aid the beneficiaries in their studies and research activities” Otuaro state, urging the students to use the devices responsibility and to justify the Federal Governmtent’s modest investment in their education.
He also advised the beneficiaries to remain focus on their academic pursuit and avoid behaviours that could undermine their future prospects.
Reaffirming his administration’s objectives, Dr. Otuaro said the PAP will continue to achieve academic succes, contributing to the socio-economic advancement of the Niger Delta region.
He expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his consistent support for the programme, describing it as a demonstration of commitment to bridging the human capital development gaping the region.
Dr. Otuaro further urged the youths and people of the region to reciprocate the President’s gesture by supporting his administration’s policies and programmes.
He reaffirmed the PAP’s dedication to consolidating on its achievements in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration.
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