Briga News Nigeria
The Ijaw Peoples Development Initiative (IPDI) has strongly condemned the recent video posted by one Jude Gbaboyor, suspected to have been an apologist of an ex-agitator Ben Ebikabowei, alias Boyloaf, accusing Chief Dennis Brutu Otuaro PhD of revealing a sensitive document that allegedly saved former President Goodluck Jonathan. The video also attempted to discredit High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, a highly respected advocate for the freedom of Niger Delta region.
This was contained in a statement signed by the group’s national secretary Comrade Peter Luke, and BoT chairman , Cletus Itari where a copy was sent to newsmen on Wednesday.
The IPDI described Gbaboyor’s actions as a desperate attempt to seek cheap fame by maligning reputable individuals. They emphasised that Dr. Otuaro has no connection to the purported document and that these accusations are merely a smear campaign.
“Gbaboyor’s malicious campaign will only tarnish his boss Boyloaf’s reputation. His divisive propaganda will ultimately backfire. It’s misguided to accuse Dr. Otuaro of being involved in a document he knew nothing about. Instead, Gbaboyor should direct his concerns to the DSS or previous amnesty program administrators who might have valuable insights.
“It’s shameful that while others celebrate Dr. Dennis Brutu Otuaro’s appointment as an administrator of the presidential Amnesty Programme, Gbaboyor and his paymaster continue to plot against their own brother for selfish gains. This destructive behavior is not only shameful but it exposes the evil intentions of Gbaboyor and his boss towards Dr. Otuaro.
“Dr. Otuaro is a distinguished leader in the Niger Delta struggle, and it’s shameful for Gbaboyor to suggest otherwise,” the IPDI stated. “His actions expose a secret agenda to tarnish the reputation of Dr. Otuaro and Tompolo.”, the group reiterated.
“We will not tolerate reckless misinformation and character assassination,” the IPDI concluded. “We stand solidly behind Dr. Otuaro and Tompolo, who have tirelessly worked for the betterment of our people.”
“The accusation is baseless and unfounded, you don’t accuse someone of what he doesn’t know just because you merely saw Otuaro’s photos in the DM of the person who posted the alleged document.
“We want to outrightly let the insane Gbaboyor know that Otuaro was a key player in the Niger Delta struggle, and it is only a poor student of history that will erroneously say that Otuaro is enjoying the efforts of Boyloaf. This is shameful and childish”.
The IPDI urged the mischievous Gbaboyor to refrain from spreading falsehoods and to focus on constructive contributions to unite Ijaw leaders rather than divisive ploys. They strongly emphasised that Dr. Otuaro and Tompolo remain unfazed by these baseless accusations.
The IPDI’s statement served as a call to action, promoting fact-based discourse and respect for leaders working towards positive change in the Niger Delta region.
