– Issues open message of appreciation to all who stood by the family 

By: Favour Bibaikefie

In a heartfelt public statement, Chief Evans E. Etimigba, JP, (FICMC), has extended profound appreciation on behalf of the Etimigba Family to all individuals, friends, traditional rulers, and communities who supported them before and during the burial of their beloved matriarch, Late Chief (Mrs.) Agnes Leileitugha Etimigba, (nee Bibaikefie).

In an open message titled “Message of Appreciation,” Chief Etimigba wrote:

“On behalf of the Etimigba Family I, Chief Evans Etimigba, wish to express our deepest and most heartfelt appreciation to all who stood by us during the burial of our beloved mother, Late Chief (Mrs.) Agnes Leileitugha Etimigba.

Your overwhelming show of love, presence, prayers, and financial support brought comfort to our hearts and strength to our spirits during this moment of grief. We remain profoundly grateful for every gesture of kindness and honour shown to our family.”

Chief Etimigba, who also holds the title of Justice of the Peace (JP), expressed particular appreciation to a wide array of dignitaries, political leaders, traditional rulers, and community figures for their role in comforting and standing by the family during the mourning period.

He continued:

“In a special way but in no particular other, we extend our sincere appreciation to: High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), High Chief Kestin Ebimobowei Pondi, Rt. Hon. Julius Gbabojor Pondi, Ph.D., Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, Chief Moses Bebenimibo, Chief Boro Opudu, HRM. Pere Bosu Dio (JP), Ayamabulou-I, HRM. Pere Luke, Kalanama VIII, HRH. Stella Dio, Hon. Alapala Anthony Ebitonmo, Chief (Dr.) Julius Takeme (Ph.D.), Sir Victor Tonlagha, Hon. Asupa Forteta, Mr. George Ekpemupolo, Chief Tare Godfrey Pondi, Chief Samuel Okrika, Engr. Danny Nelson Abadebeinghan, Ebi Clem, Capt. Alex Yelemu, Comrade Newworld Endoro, Comrade Solomon Gbegha, Chief Paul Ogoun (Ph.D.), Comrade Emmanuel Gesikeme Akpule, Chief Dr. Colins Oturubo, Ebi Shakara Tubotu, Amb. Shedrack Agediga, Amb. Tom Ebiakpo Willy, Lacodin Ltd., Mr. Emeka Ojie, Chief Matthew Pudie, High Chief Isaiah Ukulor, Iduwini Traditional Council of Chiefs, Barr. Prefugha Karawei, Chief Matthew Binbin (B.M.) Chief Charles Biniwei, Engr. Akin Benikurukuru, Committee of Friends, Warri Club, Committee of Friends, NNPC Junior Staff Club, Dcn. Johnbull Etimigba Okunwei, Chief (Mrs.) Esther Bibiwei (Warri Mama), Chief Sunday Oruware (JP), Chief Fred Orumiene, Azina-3 Family, Ofougbene, Ikeleware Family, Odimodi, Odimodi Community, Ofougbene Community, Burutu Community, Forcados Community, Agge Community, Ogbotobo Community Letugbene Community, Chief Samuel Pafiegbegha, Johnny Obas, Dude Tonlagha, Tuwapre Tubotu, Dr. Doubra Okotete, Chief Prince Onaro, Chief Peter Fianka, Kenerekedi Family, Chief Combolous K. Ikisa, Chief (Mrs.) Timi Okrika, Chief Ebimiere Daki, Chief Jeremiah Iyepade, Mr. Dennis Kpaidia, Patrick Tubotu, Humphrey Oluku, Ebiororotonogbo, Dr. Amb. Dr. Princewill Binebai, Sir. Jonatus Ogodobiri, Odu Pere, Chief Capt. Komi, Chief Barr. David Otutufegha, New Layout Ijaw Landlords, Tonbra Ekemiefa, Colins Idika Okorie, Capt. Benard Fejofawei, Engr. Raphael Otutufegha, Capt. Luis Kerefie, 2K Smooth, High Chief Bibaikefie Family, Etimigba Family, and Apala Family.

While noting that it was impossible to name everyone who rendered assistance, the Etimigba Family emphasized that every gesture – from prayers of financial and moral support – deeply touched their hearts.

“We are humbled by your outpouring of love and support – too numerous to mention all. Every prayer, visit, condolence, and contribution left a mark of kindness that our family will never forget.

From the depths of our hearts, we say thank you. May the Almighty God reward each of you abundantly, bless your families, and grant you peace, health, and prosperity.”

The message, signed by Chief Evans Etimigba, concluded with a touching note of gratitude:

“Your love gave us strength. Your presence gave us comfort, and your kindness will remain forever in our hearts.”

The statement serves as a formal acknowledgement of the immense support shown to the Etimigba Family and stands as a testament to the enduring bonds of friendship, solidarity, and comradery that define the Ijaw nation and the wider Niger Delta.

By: Divine Perezide 

The Yangaboy Angalabiri family of Odimodi town in Iduwini Kingdom and Dr. Ase Asikor family of Okerenkoko town in Gbaramatu Kingdom appreciates Ijaw nation, Deltans, and all well-wishers over their tremendous support before, and during the burial ceremony of their grandfather, father, uncle, brother, and son, Late Chief Stanley Ituresuode Yangaboy, (Alagbabrakolokolo of Grand Iduwini Kingdom).

Chief Yangaboy, who passed at the age of 57, was celebrated for his community service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the peace and progress of not only Iduwini and Ijaw, but all Niger Deltans. His funeral rites began with a Service of Songs held on Monday, October 27th, 2025, at his residence, by Deeper Christian Life Church, Chinkely Road, Ekpan, where relatives, colleagues, and friends gathered for a solemn Worship.

The final Burial Ceremony took place on Wednesday, October 29th, 2025, at his family compound, Ifikorowei Quarters of Odimodi town, where tributes poured in from far and near. Attendees described Chief Yangaboy as humble, generous, and visionary leader whose legacy will continue to inspire younger generations in the Grand Iduwini Kingdom and beyond.

In an official statement issued after the burial, the Yangaboy and Asikor Families, expressed heartfelt appreciation to all who supported the family during their time of grief and need.

“We sincerely express our deep gratitude to everyone who stood by us before, during, and after the burial ceremony of our beloved father and son, Chief Stanley Ituresuode Yangaboy,” the statement read in part. “Your words of comfort, financial support, visits, and participation made the entire funeral a successful and a worthy farewell for our dear father.”

The family also extended special thanks to the Ifikorowei Quarters of Odimodi town, for their unity and hospitality throughout the burial period, as well as to the Okerenkoko people, friends, and associates for their solidarity and prayers.

Concluding, the Yangaboy Family prayed that the Almighty God would bless and reward everyone abundantly, adding that Chief Stanley Yangaboy’s legacy of love, humility, and service to humanity would forever remain in their hearts.

The office of the acting Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP ), in Burutu Local Government Area, Comr. Jackson Agbor is sending commendations to H.E. (DCN) Barr. Kinsley Otuaro for rebuffing media reports of defection to the All Progressives Congress. With this denial, it’s now clear to mischievous minds that the former Deputy Governor of Delta State (2015-2023) is a bonafide member of the People’s Democratic Party in Delta State.

Comr.Jackson Agbor commends him for his integrity, steadfastness, dedication to excellence, and his avowed commitment to the ideals of the People’s Democratic Party, no matter the subtle attempt to sway him. You have proven to be an ideological politician, a trait uncommon to leaders in developing countries.

As the acting Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party in Burutu LGA, I and my team will work assiduously tapping from your wealth of knowledge as a consummate politician,so as to deliver the candidates of the People’s Democratic Party in all levels of elective positions in the 2027 general elections.

We look forward to working with his excellency Barr. (DCN) Kinsley Burutu Otuaro former Deputy Governor of Delta State.

Cyril Arogbo
Publicity Secretary
PDP
Burutu Local Government Area.