IPF endorses Ebi Tebela remembrance celebration

By Cletus Opukeme, Warri

The Ijaw Publishers’ Forum (IPF) officially endorsed the upcoming Chief Ebi Tebela Remembrance celebration, honoring the late celebrity and Olotu of the Egbema Kingdom on September 23, 2024.

This endorsement follows a visit from the planning committee, led by Chairman Mr. Gideon Ebipade (aka Darling Gid), Secretary Comrade Gandi Wisdom, PRO Mr. Atigbi Lugard, Treasurer Mr. Abioka Karina (aka Mc Abioka), and member Mr. Luis Ebi Tebela, Miss Sarah Shell, and Mr. Meshach Ojijoh, as well as Tebela’s children.

Speaking to newsmen after a closed-door meeting at TM hotel at Warri, Delta State, IPF President Comrade Ozobo Austin emphasised the importance of supporting the remembrance celebration. He highlighted Tebela’s philanthropic efforts, which touched thousands of lives, including those in the media industry.

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“Ebi Tebela was a selfless individual who made significant contributions to our community and beyond. His legacy deserves to be celebrated, and we urge all Ijaw leaders and stakeholders to join us in honoring his memory.”

“It is imperative to reward and recognise good people, because when you do that you indirectly or directly encourage the person to do more. Equally, you are encouraging people around to do good, knowing that it has reward”, he added.

The Ebi Tebela Remembrance celebration promised to be a poignant tribute to a remarkable individual who left an indelible mark on the lives of many. With the IPF’s endorsement, the event is expected to draw widespread support and participation from across the Ijaw community and beyond.

The IPF president, Comrade Ozobo Austin was flanked by his vice Mr Onduku Oyinbi, PRO Mr Ezekiel Kagbala, Mr Tams Okunbiri MMD, member and Stephen Asaba-ase reporter.