20th Ogbakor Ikwerre National Convention kicks off in U.S.

•Governor Wike in attendance 

Nigerians of the Ikwerre ethnic nationality residing in the United States of America commenced their 2017 National Convention  in Atlanta, Georgia yesterday.

In attendance at the 20th National Convention are Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, Former Rivers State Governor, Sir Celestine Omehia, Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Austin Opara and prominent Ikwerre leaders  from across the world.

Declaring open the National Convention, President of the Ogbakor Ikwerre United States of America, Dr Fortune Worlugbum said that the association is committed to the advancement  of Ikwerre land and her people.

He charged Ikwerre people to remain vigilant as the nation witnesses political changes, especially following agitations from different quarters.

He said: “Today in Nigeria, regionalism threats are looming. The north is threatening, the Igbos are agitating for Biafra  and the  newest  group- The South-South region made up of Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers , Akwa Ibom and Cross River States agitating for a South-south Republic with Port Harcourt as its capital.  Ikwerre must remain vigilant of any political talks going on around us and make our voice clear and heard. While none of these threats are legitimate, Ikwerre ethnicity must not be taken unawares.”

He lauded Governor Wike for working hard to develop the state, pointing out that the association  will always work with the governor to move the state forward. 

Vice President of Ogbakor IkGovernor Wike used the first day of Ogbakor Ikwerre USA National Convention to present copies of his Midterm Accountability to Ikwerre people in the USA. He distributed copies of New Rivers Magazine, Mr. Projects Publication and the 2nd Anniversary Book detailing his projects and programmes in the last two years. 

Former Rivers State Governor, Sir Celestine Omehia addressed the Ogbakor Ikwerre United States of America. Governor Wike will address the August body today. 

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