Mrs Ibariere Thompson (1938-2024)
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.