The Holy Wedlock and traditional marriage between Perekeme Ayah of Okori-Ama, Amassoma in Ogboin Clan, Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, and Grace Udoubiri Soja of the Ewarewari Compound in Agudama-Ekpetiama, Yenagoa Local Government Area, both in Bayelsa State, have been successfully consummated.
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The ceremonies held at Vine Life Global Church, beside St. Peter’s Church and at the Lady Daima Memorial Event Center, Osiri Road, Ekeki in Yenagoa.
During the church wedding, the officiating minister urged Grace and Perekeme to build their home on the Word of God, avoid third-party interference, respect each other’s feelings, and embrace healthy communication.
The traditional marriage and reception took place on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the Lady Daima Memorial Event Center. The Chairman of the occasion, Barr. Sambo, Special Assistant (Domestic) to Governor Douye Diri, represented by the Director General of the Bayelsa State Youth Development Center, Comrade Deacon Robert Igali, thanked God for uniting the couple as husband and wife.
He noted that no marriage is perfect but emphasized the responsibility of the couple to make theirs work. He encouraged them to settle disagreements amicably and remain open and honest with each other.
He advised Perekeme to protect and provide for his wife and future children, and to pacify her when misunderstandings arise. He also encouraged Grace to always welcome her husband warmly and avoid being combative.
The spokesmen, Emmanuel Kuronakigha for the bride’s family and Alfred Ayah for the groom’s family, conducted the traditional rites in accordance with Agudama-Ekpetiama native laws, customs, and traditions, fulfilling all requirements listed by the Ayah family.
A memorable highlight was the cutting of the marriage cake after the couple counted down the number of children they hope to have.
The Ogu Boys Agaba Group accompanied the groom into the hall with vibrant drumbeats in a triumphant entry. The reception turned into a carnival-like celebration, with a hall filled to capacity as guests from all walks of life danced to music by BT West, Tari-Oge Exponent, and enjoyed performances by Extra-Ordinary Dancers.
The father of the bride, Mr. Ene-ebimo Ogodima, prayed for God’s guidance, protection, fruitfulness, long life, and prosperity for the newlyweds.
In his vote of thanks on behalf of himself and his wife, Mr. Perekeme Ayah expressed deep gratitude to everyone for their prayers, support, and contributions toward the success of the marriage ceremonies, praying for God’s blessings upon all who honored their invitation.
Dignitaries present included Hon. Kuroakegha Dorgu, Chief Abel Ebifemowei, Mr. Joe Sikpi (father of the groom) and his wife, Hon. and Mrs. Moses Tari Ayah, High Chief Abaye Amba Abaye, Elder Kobina Angolo, members of Klobb 7 of Amassoma led by President Barr. Keme Spiff Sogo, Hon. Lovely Sogo, Waterside Women, Agudama-Ekpetiama Women, Chief Dr. and Mrs. Wisdom Soreh, Preye Gboun, Elder Foster Miedegha, Hon. Mark Christian, Hon. Pastor Oyeinkuro Kime, staff of SIPEM Construction Company Ltd, among others.
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