Diri Hosts Kefas, Tompolo, Others In Yenagoa, Urges Ijaw Unity

The Governor of Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, on Monday received the Governor of Taraba State, Agbu Kefas, alongside Niger Delta leader, Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, and other prominent stakeholders at the Government House in Yenagoa.

The delegation also included Hon. Julius Pondi, Engr. Kestin Pondi, Joshua Machaiver, Pastor Ruben Wilson, and Mr. Paul Eris (Ogunbos), among others.

Governor Diri was joined by his deputy, Peter Akpe, the Acting Chief of Staff, Mr. Irorodamie Komonibo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) State Chairman, Hon. Warman Ogoriba, Member representing Southern Ijaw Constituency I, Hon. Felix Bonny Ayah, Commissioner for Education, Hon. Gentle Emelah, Commissioner for Transport, Hon. Preye Brodrick, as well as other senior government officials.

Speaking during the meeting, Governor Diri stressed the need for unity, solidarity, and sustained brotherhood among the Ijaw people, irrespective of political or ideological differences.

He described the visit as a demonstration of enduring kinship and mutual respect among leaders of the region and beyond.

“I appreciate my brother governor from Taraba State and my kinsmen for this visit. It underscores the importance of strengthening our bond of brotherhood from time to time for the continuity of our shared heritage as Ijaw people,” Diri said.

The visit is widely regarded as a significant gesture of solidarity and collaboration among key political and community leaders, aimed at reinforcing ties within the Ijaw nation and fostering broader regional cooperation.