OfoIgbo:


So is Kalabari the same thing as Opobo?

They are two different places. You can make a claim on Kalabari, but not on Opobo.

In any case, why is IYC worried about a non-Kalabari governor?

chrisxxx:
Can you see Kalabari people? Unfortunately for them their total votes are not up to five hundred thousand. They can't determine who becomes the governor.
I am sure the Okrikans, Bonny, Andonis including the Opobos will vote an Opobo man.

Captain8:
oga, read the report very well with clear eyes free of mpurumiri.. its IYC Kalabari clan,,,, Opobo also have their IYC chapter...

basilo101:

But there are also Igbo names in Opobo

DitariDisciple2:


You should be telling that to Igbo because Opobo is already Ijaw.

mrvitalis:

Na ikwerre I pity pass the aim of ijaws to separate from Igbo nation is go to take port Harcourt from them ...that's it nothing more and ikwerres are Falling for it

If ikwerres ever join Niger Delta republic boom port Harcourt would be ijawnised within 10 years ...they did it in the old rivers state that was how ikwerre lost borokiri and majority of port Harcourt township

BlackSaints:


Ikwerres didn't lost anything, Borokiri is an Okrika people village,there was never a history where Borokiri belongs to ikwerre people never. And no where in history where ikwerres people owns old township. Do not flood this thread with your 419 twisted history.

mrvitalis:

Lamo the land comprehensive secondary school was built was and ikwerre village ...one of their sons was among the founders of ohaneze ...oga relax abeg

Mrincredy:
Who is the Father of Opobo People?

BlackSaints:
You lying son of the devil with no truth in you. New road , Bokorori, Marin base all these places are all Okrika people their villages, that's why it is very easy to go to Okrika through those places.

Quiny32323:


They have taken 70 percent of ikwere waterfront already,from amadi to marine base,abluoma.

mrvitalis:

Lmao
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/12/why-is-wike-denying-his-igbo-roots/amp/


The truth is even some part of okrika , Morgan ndubisi , amadiama , and others speak Igbo so

BlackSaints:
There's nothing like Ndubuisi Ama, what we have is Dumo Ama in Okrika. The real name of Amadi ama is Amadiki ama and it has nothing to do with igbos. There are no igbos in Okrika,any Igbos in Okrika are descendant of Igbo slaves. In other words they are foreigners in Okrika.
That being said and done, I wonder what all these have to do with this topic.

mrvitalis:

I'm not going to fight ikwerre battles that's there battle ...if them like make them mumu na them Sabi

mrvitalis:

[s]Lmao
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/12/why-is-wike-denying-his-igbo-roots/amp/


The truth is even some part of okrika , Morgan ndubisi , amadiama , and others speak Igbo so

mrvitalis:

[s]Lamo the land comprehensive secondary school was built was and ikwerre village ...one of their sons was among the founders of ohaneze ...oga relax abeg[/s]

BlackSaints:
There's nothing like Ndubuisi Ama, what we have is Dumo Ama in Okrika. The real name of Amadi ama is Amadiki ama and it has nothing to do with igbos. There are no igbos in Okrika,any Igbos in Okrika are descendant of Igbo slaves. In other words they are foreigners in Okrika.
That being said and done, I wonder what all these have to do with this topic.

OfoIgbo:


So an organisation that is meant to represent the whole Ijaw ethnic group now have differing opinions depending on where the chapter is.

So how come IYC in Opobo has not countered IYC in Kalabari?

How come the umbrella body has not suspended the leadershing of the IYC in Kalabari?

Please I hope Dakuku Peterside is a member of IYC in Opobo.

Chimaraymond455:


Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has called on critical stakeholders and delegates of all political parties in Rivers State to consider the Rivers-Ijaws, particularly the Kalabaris in the forthcoming Gubernatorial primaries.

Chairman IYC Kalabari Se-ikpangi, Comrade Asikitams Edward made this call during an interview with the Kalabari Tv.

He described the emergence of Kalabari-Ijaws as Gubernatorial standard flag bearers of various political parties, as an epitome of true democracy, equity, justice and fairness in the polity of the state.



He said, “the Rivers Ijaws will not accept anything less than to occupy the Brick House in order to administer good governance to Rivers people. We have unarguably paid our dues and deserve better in this contraption called Nigeria.

“Considering the enormous selfless sacrifices and monumental contributions in uniting, projecting and developing our dear state irrespective of our distinguishable cultural values and ethnic jingoism devoid of political colouration, we expect other ethnic groups in the State to support our Kalabari sons who are aspiring for the 2023 Governorship.

“This is a time to consider the issues that you all care about and decide which candidate you should support. A candidate who represents your values and needs. A candidate who has the requisite leadership qualities and experience. A candidate that has the traits and characteristics for a productive administration; An intelligent and honest person who is humble and can effectively communicate with our people”.

He further noted that it will be undemocratic, unjust and oppressive if, after over 24yrs of governing the state, power does not shift nor rotate to the Rivers-Ijaws especially the Kalabaris in line with the principle of democracy.



“The shift of power to other regions in the state should be genuine without any prejudice and not one that is politically masterminded to take back power using the judiciary. Hence, all parties must check the records of these persons.

“It’s pertinent to note that our agitations for equity and justice as regards Rivers Governorship doesn’t mean party leaders will hand-pick nor impose persons who lack the wherewithal, the requisite political and administrative acumen in building a robust economy, initiate human capacity and capital developments etc.

“We are appealing to the consciences of party leaders and delegates to in the spirit of oneness and love for democracy, elect persons with a high level of credibility, integrity, vision and passion in consolidating on the achievements of present and previous administrations in the State.

“Let our consciences which distinguish right and wrong be the moral decision-maker as leaders and delegates today under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) decides who flag their gubernatorial ticket in the State,

OfoIgbo:
Why is IYC not fighting for the emergence of a governor from other "IJAW" groups?

For many months now, Bayelsa Ijaws have been bleating like sheep that IBANIs are Ijaws. Why is IYC now only concentrating on championing the emergence of just a Kalabari governor?

Are Opobo people no longer Ijaws?

I was expecting a joyful press statement where IYC will be singing the praises of Wike for ensuring an Ijaw emerged as the PDP candidate.

Please Ijaw miscreants on this forum. Help us understand what's happening. Igboid delegates in the Rivers primaries voted for an Ibani man and your organisations are still complaining. Is Opobo no longer in the coastal area? Or are Opobo people no longer Ijaws?

Mind you, once Opobo people are done with the governorship, it reverts back to the Igboid section

chrisxxx:
Can you see Kalabari people? Unfortunately for them their total votes are not up to five hundred thousand. They can't determine who becomes the governor.
I am sure the Okrikans, Bonny, Andonis including the Opobos will vote an Opobo man.

Captain8:
Opobo people are Ijaw, yesterday, today and forever

Idiko1:


Opu Obu (Opobo) are NOT Ijaw!!!!! Nigerians are very deceitful.

DitariDisciple2:


Mr man its Opubo Ama.

Stop misbehaving.

DitariDisciple2:


You this Igbo who claim Woji Ph as his home.
Shey you say Ijaw nogo fit rule Rivers State
We've been Deputy since 1999 democracy till date from one Ijaw to another.
We've got the PDP ticket we will get the Apc own too.
PDP Sim Fubara
APC Tonye Cole.
I'm also Fubara by name and my mom is Kalabari who gave me the name.

Captain8:
you are typing nonsense ,guy..

IYC Kalabari clan has not said anything bad...it was your brother was give a misleading headline..
it was Kalabari turn to occupy high position, but wike turned it....well we still like it as far as it Opobo person he give....because Opobos are still the same Ijaws...

IYC Kalabari clan has not said anything bad, if you reason with a brain..

Imagine my Egbema clan is the turn to hold the governor position and okowa change it to Gbaramatu person,,,though, I will not fight Gbaramatu but I will still be frustrated....

DitariDisciple2:
Robbstark Igbos have started claiming your Opobo again.

GreatBoss Igbos have starter claiming your Opobo on Nairaland again.

OfoIgbo:


Igbos are not really claiming these places. It is Ijaw organisations that have alluding to the fact that an Opobo governorship candidate is not Ijaw, but that rather a governorship candidate should be raised from the Kalabari country.

mrvitalis:

Na ikwerre I pity pass the aim of ijaws to separate from Igbo nation is go to take port Harcourt from them ...that's it nothing more and ikwerres are Falling for it

If ikwerres ever join Niger Delta republic boom port Harcourt would be ijawnised within 10 years ...they did it in the old rivers state that was how ikwerre lost borokiri and majority of port Harcourt township

RobbStark:



There is no time any Ijaw organisation alluded to that.
It's just a branch of it who have allowed selfishness to blind their thoughts.
Opobo is true n true Ijaw.
No where in the OPs post said Opobo is Ibo

Captain8:
does abuloma sound like ikwere to you?

ScamHunter:


The good news is that after Opobo-Ijaw has taken Ijaw slot for 8 years, it goes back to the hinterland for another Igboid group like Egbema to take their turn. Ijaw should not make pim because na Dem talk am say Opobo be Ijaw. Abi Jaja was no longer Ijawnized?