Twon Brass

Christiana Virginia Koripamo (1910-2015)

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Mrs. Christiana Virginia Koripamo (1910-2015)

Mrs. Christiana Virginia Koripamo (1910-2015), affectionately known as “Mama,” was a renowned nurse/midwife and girl-child advocate. She established the Irigha Maternity Home in Port Harcourt, which operated for over twenty years. Mama was dedicated to reducing maternal and infant mortality, breaking down old beliefs about female circumcision and twin births, and promoting education for the girl-child. She was married to Rowland James Erasmus Koripamo and had six children. Mama received several honors, including the National Merit Award and the Bayelsa Women of Distinction Award. She passed away on February 15, 2015, at the age of 104.

Mr Jonathan E. Oye (1953 – 2024)

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Mr. Jonathan Einbaipreyo Oye, hailing from the Nembe Kingdom of Bayelsa State, was a distinguished professional administrator within the civil service of the former Rivers State and later Bayelsa State. He is widely recognized for his significant contributions as a formidable civil servant, particularly in his role as Permanent Secretary, where he played a pivotal role in advancing the development of the public service of both old Rivers State and Bayelsa State.

Alabo Samuel David Eke-Spiff (1923–2009)

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Alabo Samuel David Eke-Spiff (1923–2009)

Permanent Secretary, Elder Statesman, Orator Alabo Samuel David Eke-Spiff was a Permanent Secretary and recipient of a National honor, Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON). Who Was Alabo Samuel David Eke-Spiff? Alabo Samuel David Iroumfamokuma Ayebaotonyemiete Eke-Spiff, OON, JP (1923–2009), was from Twon-Brass Island in Bayelsa State.Known widely as “S.D.,” he became the … Read more

Chief Thomas Kieregboyegha – Cameron (1902 – 1982)

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Chief Thomas Kieregboyegha – Cameron (1902 - 1982)

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Chief Thomas Kieregboyegha – Cameron (1902-1982) was the first accredited legal practitioner from the Nembe kingdom, extending his influence to the broader Bayelsa State. Born in Twon-Brass, he was a trailblazer in education and law, co-founding the Nigeria Union of Teachers and later becoming the first attorney from his region. He served as a senior magistrate before retiring and was a respected community leader, contributing significantly to the development of Twon-Brass Island. His legacy continues to be remembered and respected.