The Southern Ijaw Chiefs and Elders Forum, on Saturday, paid a courtesy visit to the Member representing Southern Ijaw Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Hon. Engr. Rodney Ebikebina Ambaiowei, and the Senator representing Bayelsa Central Senatorial District, Sen. Konbowei Friday Benson, in appreciation of their commitment to the people of Southern Ijaw. The visit…
“I am sure he is not serious. Firstly, where are Christians being persecuted in Nigeria? Also, at what time did he become a Christian that he wants to defend their interests?”
“Israel is the only country in the Middle East where Christians can practise their faith with full rights and in total freedom; where Christian pilgrims are embraced with open arms and deeply appreciated; and where Christians can celebrate their traditions proudly and openly, without fear.”
Across the region—from Akwa Ibom to Bayelsa, and through Cross River, Delta, and Edo States—there has been relative peace and improved security. According to him, even the unfortunate period of a state of emergency in Rivers State has, thankfully, become a thing of the past, with the state now recording unprecedented progress.
As we move forward, let our faith in God Almighty, whose benevolence has placed our region as a leading contributor to the national economy for decades, remain resolute and strengthened. Let us continue to draw guidance from the Scriptures, as stated in Psalms 60:12: “With God we shall gain the victory, and He will trample down our enemies.”
“As we step into the new year, I am filled with hope and excitement for the opportunities that lie ahead. I look forward to continuing our work together, addressing the challenges we face, and building a brighter future for Southern Ijaw,” Ambaiowei stated.
“What we owe Governor Douye Diri and the Bayelsa State Government is support. Let us shelve chieftaincy crises, oil-related disputes and other distractions, and work together to support him to deliver the dividends of democracy and the Renewed Hope Prosperity Agenda to Bayelsa State,”
“You can see I have gone round the whole facility. It was based on the working agreement and information available at my disposal that I gave the December date. But as it is with every human endeavor, we must all have an open mind, when it comes to issues, particularly technical matters like this.
President Tinubu explained that the tax laws are not designed to increase taxes but to support a structural reset of the system, drive harmonisation, protect dignity, and strengthen the social contract between the government and the people.
“This is our time. If we don’t come together and take this time, we should not complain to the younger ones later. We must come together and possess what belongs to us in this state,”
