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PRESS RELEASE: PRESS STATEMENT BY THE IJAW YOUTH COUNCIL (IYC) WESTERN ZONE [DELTA, EDO AND ONDO STATES]PRESS STATEMENT BY THE IJAW YOUTH COUNCIL (IYC) WESTERN ZONE [DELTA, EDO AND ONDO STATES]
Thursday, September 14, 2023
PRESS STATEMENT BY THE IJAW YOUTH COUNCIL (IYC) WESTERN ZONE [DELTA, EDO AND ONDO STATES]
Urgent Call for the Commencement of Ayakoromor Bridge, Ogulagha-Odimodi Road, The School of Marine Burutu Permanent Site, and Other Essential Projects in Ijaw Areas, IYC tells Delta Governor – Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori
[Warri, Delta] – The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), a prominent youth organization representing the interests of Ijaw youths in Delta, Edo and Ondo States, has urgently called upon, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State to as a matter of urgency prioritize the long-awaited commencement of critical projects, such as the Ayakoromor Bridge, Ogulagha-Odimodi Road, Permanent site of the School of Marine Technology, Burutu and various other infrastructural developments in Ijaw areas.
The IYC leadership firmly believes that the timely execution of these projects is of paramount importance for the overall development and progress of the Ijaw areas considering the infrastructural deficit in the twenty four ijaw kingdoms in the state. The aforementioned infrastructure projects hold immense potential for transforming the educational, socio-economic landscape of our communities and uplifting the lives of our people.
Recognizing the significance of the Ayakoromor Bridge, the Ogulagha-Odimodi Road, Construction of the School of Marine Technology, Burutu permanent site and other long-overdue projects, we urge the Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori to swiftly initiate the necessary steps for the implementation of these projects. These projects have been repeatedly mentioned and promised during campaigns , and it is now imperative to translate words into action.
While commending H.E Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori for approving three new flyovers and other projects to the tune of 78billion naira on Tuesday in the State Executive Council Meeting held in Asaba, we are not happy not seeing the Ayakoromor bridge, Ogulagha- Odimodi road and other key projects in the Ijaw areas not reflecting as part of the approvals made. For us, though the administration is new, but Mr governor should show more seriousness as regards the development of the Ijaw communities considering the economic value, huge support and votes our people gave to the him and the PDP, and this cannot be overemphasized.
The Ayakoromor Bridge, once completed, will provide a crucial link between various communities, enhancing connectivity within the riverine communities and facilitating the smooth movement of people, goods, and services. Likewise, the construction of the Ogulagha-Odimodi Road, which will also play a pivotal role in improving transportation infrastructure within these 2 oil rich communities, opening up new opportunities for economic growth and development.
The Ijaw Youth Council firmly believes that the M.O.R.E agenda of the Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori led admission cannot be fully achieved without fast tracking the aforementioned projects and the successful realization of these projects will not only bring about infrastructural advancement but will also generate employment opportunities for our youths, promote trade and commerce, attract investments, and ultimately improve the overall well-being of our communities.
In light of the infrastructural marginalization, urgency and importance of these projects, the IYC issues a strong call to action. Failure to address our concerns and commence the construction of these vital projects within a reasonable timeframe will necessitate the mobilization of the entire Ijaw Youth Council, alongside the women and men from the entire twenty four Ijaw Kingdoms across Delta State and beyond, to engage in peaceful demonstrations and advocacy campaigns until our demands are met.
The Ijaw Youth Council is seriously running out of patients considering the unfulfilled campaign promises in respect to this projects for years, while the state government is busy making approvals for construction of new flyovers. And this was how the previous administration deliberately skipped the Ijaw areas while making approvals for new universities and upgrades of polytechnics to universities without considering the Ijaw Ethnic Nationality.
The IYC therefore seeks a collaborative approach, urging the Governor of Delta State to engage in constructive dialogue to address our concerns and fulfill the aspirations of the Ijaw people.
Signed for IYC Western Zone:
Dr. (Comrade) Doubra Collins Okotete
CHAIRMAN
Comrade Olu Derimo
SECRETARY
Lugard Izoukumor
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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.