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Ijaw United Forum Strengthens Unity Drive at monthly Meeting in Oghara__ Erukaye Arthor

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Ijaw United Forum Strengthens Unity Drive at monthly Meeting in Oghara
By EgbemaVoice

The Ijaw United Forum (IUF), Oghara Chapter, on Sunday, June 28, 2026, reaffirmed its commitment to promoting unity, peace, and collective progress among Ijaw people residing in Oghara and its surrounding communities during its monthly meeting held in Oghara, Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State.

The well-attended meeting brought together Ijaw sons and daughters from different communities and backgrounds, serving as a platform to strengthen bonds of brotherhood, foster mutual understanding, and encourage greater participation in activities that promote the collective interests of the Ijaw nation.
Speaking during the meeting, the chairman Mr. Erukaye Arthor leaders of the forum stressed that unity remains the greatest strength of any people, noting that sustainable development, peace, and effective representation can only be achieved when Ijaw people speak with one voice and work together towards shared goals.

The forum urged all Ijaw residents in Oghara and its environs to set aside personal differences, avoid actions capable of creating division, and embrace dialogue, love, and cooperation as the foundation for a stronger and more prosperous Ijaw community.

Members also reaffirmed the forum's dedication to protecting and promoting the cultural heritage, values, and identity of the Ijaw people while encouraging active youth participation and community engagement in developmental initiatives.

The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment to building a united, peaceful, and progressive Ijaw community in Oghara and beyond. Participants pledged to continue supporting initiatives that foster harmony, strengthen relationships, and advance the overall welfare and development of the Ijaw people wherever they reside.

The Ijaw United Forum reiterated that its monthly meetings will continue to serve as a rallying point for dialogue, unity, and community development, calling on all Ijaw sons and daughters living in Oghara and neighbouring communities to join hands in building a stronger, more united future.

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