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Group Alleges Presidency of moves to alter INEC Warri Delineation Report.
Says Ijaw will resist it with at all cost
A leading advocacy group in Niger Delta, the Ijaw People’s Development Initiative, IPDI has threatened to shut down Niger Delta oil facilities over moves by Presidency to alter the Warri federal constituency delineation report in favour of the Itsekiris, despite Ijaws were the majority in the Warri federal constituency.
This was contained in a statement signed by the group’s national president Comrade Ozobo Austin in which a copy of it was sent to newsmen in Abuja, on Tuesday.
According to the group, information at its disposal indicates that powerfulindividuals in Aso Rock, have hijacked the duties of INEC in presiding over the electoral ward delineation process of Warri Federal Constituency to undermine the rights of Ijaw and Urhobo people, adding that Ijaw nation would defend itself by any means possible.
The advocacy group alleged that wife of the president masterminded a recent withdrawal of the delineation issues which was presided over by NSA to the office of the Chief staff who is a known character in order to effect alterations and manipulate the earlier released Warri federal constituency delineation report in favour of the Itsekiris stock.
This, according to IPDI, was a deliberate attempt to favour the Itsekiris at the expense of the Ijaw and Urhobo who are the major stakeholders in the Warri federal constituency.
The IPDI stated that the move was against the principle of fairness and justice and vowed to resist it with the last drop of blood.
Comrade Ozobo called on all Ijaws and well-meaning Nigerians to rise up and condemn this act of injustice, stating that the Ijaws will not stand by and watch their rights being taken away by Tinubu’s led administration.
He warned that if Tinubu goes ahead with this decision, Ijaw youths will not hesitate to shut down oil facilities in the Niger Delta in order to press home their demands for justice.
The group also called on former Presidents Olusangun Obasanjo, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan and Abdusalami Abubakar to call Tinubu and his wife to order and ensure that justice is served in the Warri delineation exercise.
They also urged the National Boundary Commission to return to their duty of handling the delineation process to prevent further agitation and unrest in the region.
They also called on the international community to monitor the situation and ensure that justice is served.
The group further threatened that the president and his wife who are Yoruba and Itsekiri refused to heed to caution, Ijaw nation may make Warri ungovernable and the Itsekiris nation may be wiped out from existence.
By Derick Peretengboro
A community leader and businessman, Comrade Solomon Gbegha, has extended warm birthday wishes to a celebrated personality and seasoned political figure, and mentor, Rt. Hon. Franc Pinapinawei Enekorogha, former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, and former Honourable Member Representing Burutu Federal Constituency, House of Representatives, Abuja, on the occasion of his gracious birth anniversary.
In a congratulatory message made available to IduwiniVoicenewsdesk, Comr. Gbegha joined family members, friends, and admirers of the celebrant to mark the special day with prayers and goodwill.
According to the statement, “On behalf of my family and associates, I, Comr. Solomon Gbegha, hereby join family, friends, and thousands of your admirers to congratulate you on your gracious birth anniversary.
May God Almighty continue to bless you with sound health, long life, and prosperity.
Happy Birthday.”
The message reflects the deep appreciation and goodwill of Comr. Gbegha and his associates towards the celebrant, who have produced many political and social giants across Delta State, while wishing him continued divine blessings, good health and enduring success.
By Divine Perezide
The Information Officer of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Western Zone, Comrade Tare Magbei, has announced plans to organise a two-day digital capacity-building programme targeted at young people across the zone.
The training, titled Media Management, Content Creation and AI Prompting Bootcamp, is scheduled to take place from February 13 to 14, 2026, and is aimed at building practical skills in media, digital communication and emerging technologies for Ijaw youths.
According to the organisers, the bootcamp will focus on strengthening young people’s ability to engage in advocacy, storytelling and community mobilisation through modern media tools.
About 50 participants are expected to benefit from the hands-on sessions, which will also introduce them to viable income-generating opportunities within the media and creative industries.
Beneficiaries will be selected from among Information Officers of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) in the Western Zone, alongside youths drawn from the 24 clans that constitute the zone.
The initiative, being driven by Comrade Magbei, is described as a strategic effort to enhance youth capacity, promote digital relevance and encourage the effective use of technology in today’s rapidly evolving media environment. It is also seen as a timely intervention to improve employability and strengthen advocacy among Ijaw youths across the Western Zone.
By Derick Peretengboro
The Community Liaison Officer (CLO) of Tantita Security Services Limited, Hon. Akpos Seimode, has congratulated the Deputy Chairman of Tantita Security Services Limited and Chairman of Maton Engineering Limited, Engr. Matthew Tonlagha, on the occasion of his 50th birthday anniversary.
In a goodwill message released to mark the celebration, Hon. Akpos hailed the business executive, stating: “HAPPY GOLDEN JUBILEE BIRTHDAY, BOSS!”
According to the statement, “The Community Liaison Officer, CLO Tantita, Hon. Akpos Seimode, hails deputy chairman Tantita Security Service Limited, cum chairman Maton engineering LTD, Engr. Matthew Tonlagha on his 50th birthday anniversary.”
Describing the celebrant’s personality and impact, Hon. Akpos said, “Matthew Tonlagha is a humble and distinguished son of the Izon Nation,” while praising his “visionary leadership and philanthropic contributions to society.”
He further noted that the celebrant’s leadership approach remains a source of encouragement to many communities, stressing that “his leadership style continues to inspire hope and unity across communities,” and describing him as “a bridge-builder who leads with humility.”
Hon. Akpos also offered prayers and best wishes to the celebrant, saying he wished him “good health, joy, and continued grace as he celebrates the Golden Jubilee.”
He concluded the message with the words: “Happy birthday once again, boss.”