By Cletus Opukeme, Warri
Ahead of the upcoming media Ijaw conference 2024, the Ijaw Publishers’ Forum (IPF) paid a courtesy visit to the Bayelsa State Commissioner for Information, Orientation, and Strategy, Hon.(Mrs) Ebiuwou Obiyai.
The IPF delegation, led by its president Comrade Ozobo Austin discussed the forthcoming conference themed “Advancing the Quest for Economic and political justice ” and sought the commissioner’s support.
The commissioner assured the IPF of the Bayelsa state government’s commitment to promoting indigenous media and promised to collaborate with the forum.
“We recognize the crucial role of indigenous media plays in shaping the narrative of the Ijaw nation,” “We will support your efforts to foster economic discourse and empower media professionals.”
IPF’s conference is scheduled for December 11, 2024, in Bayelsa State, and will feature discussions on economic/political justice, environmental safety, indigenous security services, and evaluating the progress of the Presidential Amnesty Programme.
The visit strengthens the partnership between IPF and the Bayelsa State Government, ensuring a successful conference.
