On March 2, 2024, will be evergreen in my memory as the day my sweet mother, Mama Esanteme-ere Oyakonghan (Nee Izoukumor), was laid to rest in her hometown Ogbe-Ijoh, Warri South West LGA, Delta State.
Firstly, I extend my gratitude to God Almighty for ensuring the peacefulness of the entire celebration. Secondly, I want to express special thanks to the notable personalities whose contributions facilitated the smooth success of the event.
I particularly appreciate the support of His Royal Majesty, Mobene III, Mackson Couple Oromoni, Pere Ama-Okosu of Ogbo-Ijoh/Warri Kingdom, and His Excellency Group Captain John Ebiye (Rtd) Former Military Administrator Akwa-Ibom State. High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo aka Tompolo deserves a special mention here.
I also want to acknowledge the valuable contributions of Double Chief Tunde Smooth, Chief (Hon.) Julius Takeme, Rt. Hon. Julius G. Pondi, Hon. Spencer Okpoye, Hon. Frank Omare, Chief Boro Opudu, Hon. Anthony Ebitonmo Alapala, Chief Hon. Favour O. Izoukumor, Hon. Arthur Akpodubakaye, Hon. Joseph Zitu aka Capt. Ziko, High Chief Benjamin Ekeremor, Mr. Friday C. German, Captain Abraham Akpoerebo, Mr. Joe Asiegbu, Commander Dennis Kpadia, Commander Peremor Ekpesegba, Pastor Alex Kenerekedi, Pastor Anthony Burutu, Pastor Frederick Naotu Younmoh, Deacon Samson Wanghan, Mr. Joseph Sugha, Mr. Ti-By-Ti, Mr. Ebipade Ayabotu, King Pereama Freetown JP, and Newman Kusimi aka Nakus.
Furthermore, I am immensely grateful for the presence and colorful display of various groups and communities, including Wabu Ladies, Warri Mama and friends, Lady J and friends, Abala-ere Endiyere-Ogbo, Obodo Ladies of Ayakoromor, Big Fish Group, Obotebe Cultural Dance Troupe, Stella Friends Group, and many others.
Special thanks to the media teams, including Ijaw Publishers Forum (IPF), Waffi TV, Gbaramatu Voice, Admire Magazine, and all other camera crews, for capturing beautiful images for archival purposes.
The overwhelming show of love and support before, during, and after the burial ceremony is deeply appreciated. To everyone involved, I say a heartfelt thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Signed:
Mr. Josiah Oyakongha (Commander Oyimi), Chairman, Movement for the Actualisation of the Dreams of Niger Deltans
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