Briga Media
The Bolowei of Niger Delta, Chief Tunde Smooth, has agreed to serve as Father of the Day at the forthcoming Ijaw Media Conference 2025.
The annual gathering, now in its second year, is organised by the Ijaw Publishers Forum and will focus on the theme “Safeguarding Niger Delta’s Natural Resources for Future Generations”.
Chief Smooth received the formal invitation on Tuesday when members of the Central Working Committee, led by Pastor Arex Akemotubo, visited him for a brief meeting.
During the visit, Akemotubo noted that this year’s theme reflects growing concern over the pressure on the region’s land and waterways.
He stated that the forum aims to deepen public awareness, encourage fair and responsible reporting, and call attention to the duty of leaders to preserve the region’s heritage.
He observed that Chief Smooth’s longstanding contribution to cultural advancement and his steady involvement in regional affairs made him well suited for the honour.
Chief Smooth welcomed the delegation and spoke on the need for cooperation among community groups, professional bodies and traditional institutions.
He praised the Forum for its efforts to use media as a means of protecting the interests of the Niger Delta and assured them of his full support for the conference.
He also appealed to other stakeholders across the Ijaw nation to join in initiatives that safeguard the environment and strengthen the region’s future.
