Christopher Pere Ajuwa was the first Niger Deltan to veer for the office of the President of Nigeria way back in 1993. He was an astute businessman per excellence during the 1980s and 1990s, and was best known for his humanitarian benefactions.
Mrs. Ibariere Thompson (née Andakurai) was born around 1938 in Kaiama, Bayelsa State. Despite losing her parents at a young age, she was raised by loving relatives and grew into a hardworking, kind-hearted woman. She married Daubiri Thompson, a Nigerian Armed Forces member, but after his death during the Civil War, she became the family’s breadwinner. Ibariere ran a successful catering business in Port Harcourt and traded across the Niger Delta. A devout Christian, she was deeply involved in the church. She passed away peacefully on March 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and faith.
Lecturer Jason Biobaragha Goldie, an academic by profession, was from the Okpoama community in the Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. He was best known for his academic accomplishments, which contributed significantly to the development of the field of Microbiology and enriched the body of knowledge in the Niger Delta region and beyond. Birth … Read more
Elder Samuel Iduabo Tarinyo (1938-2023)
Elder Samuel Iduabo Tarinyo was a respected educator and community leader from Otuogidi, Bayelsa State. Born on November 4, 1938, he dedicated his life to teaching and mentoring students across the Niger Delta. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in History from the University of Lagos and held various teaching and administrative positions, including Principal and Director at the Bayelsa State Post Primary Schools Board.
A devoted Anglican, he was known for his deep faith and commitment to his community. He married Roseline Itesobo Tarinyo in 1969, and they had seven children. After a long battle with Parkinson’s disease, he passed away peacefully on August 19, 2023, at the age of 85. He will be interred in Otuogidi on December 15, 2023.
AIG Anthony Sawyerr (1944-2020) A Super Cop, Evangelist Anthony Sawyerr hailed from Sagbama Town in Sagbama Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. He was a quintessential and accomplished police officer who made his mark in the Nigerian Police Force. The late Anthony Sawyerr remains one of the best police officers Nigeria has ever had. By … Read more
HRM Harris Sellenanabo Eseimokumoh MD (1930-2012) was a distinguished medical physician from Ebedebiri community in Bayelsa State. He made significant contributions to the medical sector of the Niger Delta, specializing in complex procedures such as operating on babies with hydrocephalus. After a successful medical career, he became the first-class traditional ruler of the Tarakiri Kingdom in 2000, bringing innovations to traditional administration. He was a dedicated professional, a member of various medical associations, and an author of several medical publications. He passed away on March 21, 2012.
Engr. Gboribiogha John Jonah is from Nembe. He was a fine Naval Officer that made his mark in the Nigeria military. For he came, he saw and he ,conquered. From 2012 to 2019 he was the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa state.
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Prince Ekenyo Mohammed Omieh, widely known as DJ Ekenyo Mohammed, is a highly respected and accomplished DJ from Nigeria’s Niger Delta region. With over three decades of experience, he has significantly contributed to the growth of the entertainment industry in Nigeria and beyond. His skills on the turntables continue to captivate audiences, earning him the title of “The Spinning Sensation.” Born in Bayelsa State, he began his education at various schools due to his father’s job, eventually completing his secondary education in 1985. After a brief stint in soccer, he shifted his focus to music and became a renowned DJ, working at Radio Rivers FM 99.1 and various nightclubs. He established his own music studio, “Showtime Music,” and managed the Platinum Night Club in Port Harcourt. DJ Ekenyo Mohammed’s enduring career and commitment to his craft continue to inspire and influence the DJ community in Nigeria and beyond.
Prince A.E.O Amgbare was a remarkable ex-boxer who achieved significant success and garnered numerous medals and laurels for himself and the Old Rivers State Sports Council. He was a 1st National Sport Festival Middle Weight Gold Medalist in Lagos in 1975, a Bronze Medalist at the 1973 Sport Festival in Berlin, Germany, and Nigeria’s only Olympic Gold Medalist in Budapest in 1974. Beyond his athletic career, he served as a Referee, Ringside Announcer, and Judge of international repute, showcasing his expertise and dedication to sports. His contributions to the public service and sports community in both the old Rivers State and Bayelsa State were outstanding.
Lawrence Baraebibai Ekpebu was a distinguished professor and diplomat from the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, celebrated for his intellectual contributions and leadership. He holds the notable distinction of being the first African graduate of Harvard University in the United States. Ekpebu played a pivotal role in the infrastructure development of the old Rivers State, leaving a lasting legacy in both education and regional progress.