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IJAW NATIONAL CONGRESS PRESS RELEASE: Stop That Protest

The Ijaw National Congress (INC) worldwide, the apex socio-cultural organization of the Ijaw nation, has been informed that some individuals, claiming allegiance to a factional leadership of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), are planning a protest in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, against the NDDC on Thursday, November 14, 2024.

We have also received credible intelligence indicating that other youth groups are preparing to violently counter this planned protest.

The INC is deeply concerned, especially given the recent IYC incident in Abuloma, Rivers State, which resulted in the senseless maiming and killing of Ijaw youths. We fear that allowing this protest to proceed could lead to a tragic repeat of the Abuloma episode.

The INC will not stand by while our youths harm one another under any pretext. The unity of our youth is the strength of our nation.

Our stance on the Ijaw Youth Council's (IYC) leadership is clear: Jonathan Lokpobiri (Snr) was duly elected president of the IYC's 9th executive committee by the Congress and was sworn in on July 23, 2023. The INC has established two committees to address disputes within the IYC, and until we receive further updates from them, our position remains unchanged.

While we respect individuals' and groups' rights to peaceful assembly and protest, the INC strongly condemns this planned protest due to its potential for harmful consequences.

We urge all intending protesters and counter-protesters to cancel their plans in the interest of the Ijaw nation. The INC is committed to fostering a platform for dialogue and constructive engagement.

The INC also calls on security agencies to take necessary action to preserve the peace in the region.


Engr. (Chief) Ezonebi Oyakemeagbegha

National Publicity Secretary, INC


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