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Tompolo Leads Ijaw Monarchs in Thanksgiving at Sacred Egbesu Temple

In a significant display of cultural unity, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, alongside a gathering of Ijaw monarchs, held a thanksgiving service at the sacred Gbaraun Egbesu Temple in Oporoza, Delta State.

The event, which took place on Wednesday, December 10, was attended by traditional rulers from Delta, Bayelsa, Edo, and Ondo States, led by HRM Oboro Gbaraun II, the Pere of Gbaramatu Kingdom. Dignitaries, elders, and youths from across the Ijaw nation convened to honor their deities, particularly the revered Egbesu, and to pray for peace and development in the Niger Delta and Nigeria.

A Ceremony of Unity and Reflection

Tompolo, the Chairman of Tantita Security Services and a prominent figure in the region, addressed the gathering. He commended the traditional institutions for their role in maintaining peace and reiterated his commitment to the welfare of the Ijaw people and the stability of the Niger Delta.

"This land has suffered for far too long, and it is time for us to continue working together for the prosperity of our people," he stated.

The Pere of Gbaramatu Kingdom described the day as one of thanksgiving and cultural celebration, expressing gratitude for the return of peace to the region after periods of conflict.

Cultural Significance and Calls for Development

The Gbaraun Egbesu Temple is a central spiritual site for the Ijaw people. The ceremony featured traditional prayers, dances, and music, reaffirming cultural heritage. Leaders used the platform to call for increased government investment in the region's infrastructure and youth empowerment, urging continued cooperation for a prosperous future.

The event underscored the enduring cultural resilience of the Ijaw nation and its leaders' ongoing advocacy for the region's development.

*Source: Independent*
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