25/11/2024
P&P 2024 MARRIAGE APPRECIATION MESSAGE
We are deeply overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support extended to us on Saturday, 23rd November 2024, in Warri, Delta State. The immense show of affection from our highly revered royal fathers, distinguished Ijaw business tycoons, esteemed Ijaw leaders, vibrant Ijaw youths, elegant Ijaw ladies, and celebrated Ijaw stars has left us in awe. The event was nothing short of a carnival, filled with an extraordinary gathering of people and personalities, which is why it has taken us this long to put our appreciation into words.
The success of our marriage ceremony is entirely attributed to you all—our family, friends, and well-wishers—who set aside your busy schedules to honor and celebrate with us. We are profoundly indebted to everyone who stood by us from the beginning to the end, offering financial and moral support. Your physical presence was not only overwhelming but also a testament to the bond we share.
In no particular order, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following:
High Chief (Engr.) Kestin Pondi, MD Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, and Sir Tare Pondi, GM Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited. Despite your demanding schedules, your financial and moral support, and physical presence, demonstrated a depth of love that touched us profoundly.
We are deeply moved by the presence of our royal fathers from Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom, Iduwini Kingdom, Akugbene-Mein Kingdom, and Ogbolubiri Kingdom, as well as Chief Tunde Smooth, the Bulouwei of the Niger Delta.
Our deepest thanks goes to our father Prof. Benedict Binebai, mum Queen Dio, Payefa Aleibiri, Capt. Philip Yorokiri, and other cherished family members.
Our sincere appreciation goes to High Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Program (PAP), and Honourable Minister for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri.
We also deeply appreciate the contributions of Prof. Benjamin Ogele Okaba, President of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), Sir Jonathan Lokpobiri Snr, President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, who graciously doubled as Chairman of the occasion.
Our acknowledgment extends to the financial and moral support provided by: Rt. Hon. Julius Pondi, Member representing Burutu Federal Constituency, Hon. (Chief) Ebikeme Clark, Commissioner, Directorate of Riverine Infrastructure Development, Delta State, Chief (Dr.) Julius Takeme JP, Chairman, Burutu Local Government, Sir Edgar Biu, T.A. to the Administrator, Presidential Amnesty Program, Sir Ken Etete, CEO, Century Group, High Chief Promise Lawuru (alias Ozigizaga), Chief Dr. Akpos Mezeh, Singer Harrysong, Hon. Anthony Ebitonmo Alapala, Member representing Burutu North, Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Asupa Peter Forteta and Amb. John Dekawei.
We extend special gratitude to Managing Director (MD) Joe-Marine
Institute of Nautical Science and Research, Ebi Clement; Comr. Doubra Godswill Wuruyai; Barr. Frank Ekpemupolo; Dr. Doubra Collins Okotete; Barr. Jeremiah Owouple, and Ebiere Kieyegha.
We are particularly grateful to the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) family, including; 9th NEC Deputy President of Council, Comr. Freedom Atigbi, National Director of Mobilization, Mr. Ari Fekorigha, Treasurer, Comr. F***y Peremoboere Amatoru, Rt. Hon. Gabriel Allen, Speaker of the 6th Mobile Parliament, and its principal officers, Zonal and Chapter Chairmen from Western, Central, and Eastern Zones, as well as Abuja and Lagos Chapters, Rt. Hon. Bob Collins Igetei, 5th Speaker of the IYC Mobile Parliament, Rt. Hon. Irene Jumbo Galadapa, immediate past Deputy Speaker of Parliament and the colorful IYC women who brought life and vibrancy to the occasion.
Massive appreciation goes to our royal queen mothers who graced the occasion.
To my colleagues in the media: Jacob Abai, Publisher of Gbaramatu Voice International; Austin Ozobo, Publisher of Congress; Charles O. Onduku, Publisher of Niger Delta Mirror; and Tams Okumbiri, Publisher of Kpakam TV, we are immensely thankful for your support.
Thanks To Our Gallant And Graceful Masters Of Ceremonies, Mc Colabo, Mc Akpolokpolo, Mc Owio, Mc Be Delight and others too numerous to mention.
Special thanks to Chief Kingsley Takemebo and his crew for a superlative performance.
To my team members, including Comr. Williams Ayoromiegha Welemu Jnr, Comr. Rt. Hon. Paul Ebikeseye, Comr. Asiki Tams Edward and others, your contributions did not go unnoticed.
We also recognize the presence and support of members of the Common Men Assembly and various other groups, as well as the Ijaw ladies' crew, whose participation added a unique charm to the occasion.
Finally, we pray that the joy you brought to us by celebrating and supporting us will never depart from your households. Thank you all!
Signed:
Mr. & Mrs. Yorokiri Princewill Yerin Binebai
