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IYC Spokesman Binebai Set for Kiama Declaration Book Launch August 2025.
IYC Spokesman Binebai Set for Kiama Declaration Book Launch August 2025
By: Favour Bibaikefie
Amb. (Dr.) Binebai Yerin Princewill, the Spokesman of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, has officially announced that the unveiling of two groundbreaking books-“Kaiama Declaration” and “Rising Tide: The Ijaw Youth Council and the StruggleforSelf-determination”-will take place on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in Warri, Delta State.
Speaking from his annex office in Warri earlier today, Dr. Binebai disclosed that preparations for the highly anticipated book launch have commenced in earnest. He hinted that visits to notable Ijaw leaders as part of the mobilization for the event would soon become public knowledge.
Shedding light on the purpose of the books, Princewill emphasized the need for the Ijaw Youth Council to intensionally record and preserve its legacy. “It is high time the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) make deliberate efforts in documenting it’s history and activities,” he stated, underscoring that chronicling the council’s journey in writing is vital to protecting its heritage.
He acknowledged the challenges involved in compiling the books but expressed deep appreciation to the team of ijaw scholars who helped shape the work. “Though it was not easy to work in the project of documenting the rich history of Council,” he noted, “I am thankful to the team of academic Ijaw professors and Doctors that took out their time to craft perhaps one of the most inspiring and well written books regarding Ijaw nation and Niger Delta.”
Explaining the focus of each publication, the IYC Spokesman said “Kaiama Declaration” is a dramaticzed account of the landmark moments that led to the creation of the Ijaw Youth Council, and it also serves to honour the movement’s founding fathers and major players.
Meanwhile, “Rising Tide: The Ijaw Youth Council and the Struggle for Self-determination” contains powerful scholarly contributions that dissect the pressing issues confronting the Ijaw people within the framework of the Nigerian Federation. “It deals with mind blowing contributions from different academic giants who dealt with the burning issues faced by the Ijaws in the Nigerian State,” he explained.
Dr. Princewill hinted that more exciting announcements about the booklaunch-including the official unveiling of the Chairman of the event and a list of dignitaries expected-would follow shortly. “This is just an advert, let us not say everything here as the coming days will be interesting with the official unveiling of the Chairman of the occasion and other dignitaries that will be gracing the occasion, stay tuned,” he added.
He concluded by urging all stakeholders and the public to be part of the historic occasion. “Make plans to attend as it is going to be interesting,” Binebai said.
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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