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Dr. Julius Takeme Honors Prof. Chris Ikporukpo and Four Prominent Scholars in Odimodi Community
By Favour Bibaikefie
Burutu, 28/12/2024 – The Odimodi Community played host to an impressive gathering as Dr. Julius Takeme, Executive Chairman of Burutu Local Government, joined in celebrating the achievements of Prof. Emeritus Chris O. Ikporukpo and four other eminent academics of the community.
Prof. Ikporukpo, a former Vice Chancellor of Niger Delta University, received glowing accolades from Dr. Takeme, who praised his remarkable contributions to education and development in the region. Dr. Takeme described the honorees as priceless assets to the Niger Delta and stressed the importance of recognizing their efforts while they are alive. He further highlighted their pivotal role in shaping a better future for upcoming generations.
As the event’s Chairman, Dr. Takeme encouraged young people to emulate the exemplary life and work of Prof. Ikporukpo, whose dedication has left a lasting impact on the local government and the broader Niger Delta. He noted that many youths have benefited from Prof. Ikporukpo’s support in gaining admission to and graduating from Niger Delta University.
The other distinguished professors celebrated at the event were the late Prof. Richard O. Angiama, Prof. Henchard Bibi Erezene, Prof. Jude Iyabrade Ikporukpo, and Prof. Bryan O. Gere.
Prominent figures in attendance included Hon. Pudia Biakpara, Supervisory Councilor for Works; Mr. Philemon Yamene, Principal Secretary to the Council Chairman; Mike Okou, Vice Chairman of the PDP in Burutu Local Government; Chief Alex Enekorogha; and other notable personalities.
The celebration served as a testament to the community’s appreciation of its intellectual icons and their enduring legacy in advancing education and development across the region.
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Ambassador Tom Ebiakpo Willy has extended warm Yuletide greetings to his family, friends, and the entire Ijaw Nation, urging unity, peace, and renewed commitment to shared values as the year draws to a close.
In his Christmas message, Amb. Willy expressed gratitude to God for life, preservation, and the bonds that hold families and communities together. He described the Yuletide as a season that reflects love, sacrifice, and togetherness, calling on everyone to uphold these virtues in their daily lives.
He also commended the Ijaw people for their resilience and cultural pride, encouraging them to remain united and peaceful in the pursuit of progress and development. Amb. Willy concluded by wishing all a joyful Christmas and a New Year filled with hope, good health, and greater opportunities.
By: Divine Perezide
Amatu-1&2 communities in Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State will come alive on December 29, 2025, as top entertainer Chief Kingsley A. Takemebo (DJ Leader Marrow) headlines the Amatu Unit end-of-year party organised by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited.
The event, according to the programme sighted by Iduwini Ibe Reporters, will be coordinated by Comrade Ebi O. Rames, former Chairman of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Iduwini Clan Central Zone, who chairs the Planning Committee.
Renowned Niger Delta philanthropist Chief (Hon.) Berry Negerese will serve as Chairman of the Occasion, while the Royal Fathers of the Day are HRH Dr. Decca E. Keredei, Amananawei of Amatu 1 Community, and HRH Eric Ebifiegbenne, representing Amatu 2 Community as Special Guest of Honour.
The celebration will feature rich side attractions, including inter-quarters canoe races, female football clashes-Agge vs. Ezetu and Ogbotobo vs. Ekeremor-and cultural dance competitions for both male and female groups. Chief hosts of the occasion are the Amatu Unit coordinators of Tantita, Mr. Man Job and Mr. Firstboy Job.
This is coming in the wake of many other events to mark the yuletide as Amatu will also play host National Union of Ekeremor Local Government Students Worldwide (NUES) holds its 22nd Annual Elective Convention from December 28-30, 2025, themed “Empowering Minds Through Education, Shaping the Future.”
Organisers are using this medium to invite the general public to join both celebrations, with activities peaking on December 29.
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The Indorowei family of Liomoni Quarters, Okunwei family of Ewodeware Quarters, Donye of Azina-ware Quarters, all of Ofougbene Community, Iduwini Kingdom, Burutu LGA announce the burial ceremony of their illustrious son and father, Late Capt. Edward Olayerinmene Forcados, who passed at the age of 84.
Service of Songs:
4pm, Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, at his residence, Efosa Street, Off Jakpa Road, Effurun
Funeral Rites:
10am, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, body leaves Ame Specialist Hospital Mortuary for his hometown, Ofougbene via MillarJetty, for funeral rites and Interment.
An All-night Social Wake-keeping follows from 7pm till dawn.
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