On a momentous occasion marked by reverence and admiration, the public book presentation and 50th birthday celebration of Chief Samuel Ogbuku, Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), took center stage in Abuja on August 19, 2025. The event attracted a diverse assembly of dignitaries, traditional rulers, youth leaders, and well-wishers, reflecting the…
“As a coalition of elders, statesmen, and stakeholders from Nigerian major socio-cultural groups committed to the unity, justice, and progress of our dear country, we cannot ignore the fact that a healthy democracy thrives on the presence of a credible, organized, and vibrant opposition.”
His likeness for me also stemmed from the fact that I had proved to him my mettle and integrity following an incident of honour that need not be elaborated here. He personally told me on one occasion – “you are a very honest man”.
PANDEF expects that the Referendum Provision should be explicitly included in both the Federal and State Constitutions, enabling citizens to exercise their sovereign will on major policy decisions.
“We are grateful for the new roads, technical schools, and various infrastructural projects that are shaping our communities,” Dr. Igali noted.
Your Excellency, Rodney has asked us to thank you and assure you that the A.S.S.U.R.E.D programme9 of the Prosperity Government has enabled him to touch most communities in Southern Ijaw. He has documented his work, which we will present to you. More importantly, we come to greet you. Nua!
PANDEF therefore calls upon the relevant authorities, most especially, President Bola Tinubu, as the father of the nation, and the National Assembly, led by our own son, Senator Godswill Akpabio to act without delay to restore democratic governance in Rivers State. The prolonged political crisis in the state has created an environment of instability and uncertainty that directly impacts the well-being of everyday citizens.
By Godknows Boladei Igali Prologue Beyond the mere platitudes associated with longevity of earthly sojourn, late Chief E.K. Clark (97 years) and late Pa Ayo Adebanjo (96 years) exemplified extraordinary service to Nigeria and the generation they lived in. Their lives, separated at death by just three days, were marked by courage, resilience and a…
As the National Chairman of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Amb. Igali expressed his gratitude to Bayelsa State Governor, His Excellency Sen. Douye Diri, for approving the vital infrastructure project that will enhance connectivity in the region.
