IjawKimi:
#opinion

Bonny people migrated from Ijaw in todays Bayelsa State.

Their first contact with Igbo language was when they settled in Ndoki area for long, they moved over time from there and finally arrived at Okoloama.

Yes some of their kith and kin were left behind and yes they picked up blood lines from Ndoki due to marriages, because you cant live that long in a place and not intermarry.

But the culture of the Ijaw, which includes spirituality moved with them to Okoloama, which is why when they passed through Andoni and saw the totem of the god they worshipped as the god of war, Ikiba otume gidi, (Ikuba) they seized it as a good omen and took the totem to Orupiri and Bonny main town respectively.

Okpara Ndoki or Ndoli which is usually who these revisionists atttribute Bonnys igbonness was not a King of Bonny, he was a leader among other leaders from Ndoki to Orupiri.

He left Orupiri back to Ndoki when news of his fathers demise came to him, he had to go amd take up his place as a King, for he was a prince of ndoki. Which is why he is Okpara Ndoki.

Opuamakuba and Alagbariya and Asmini were leaders, Opuamakuba being the oldest.

He couldnt continue the leadership at a point and he opted to handover to Alagbarigha who himself was Chief Priest.

Alagbarigha recused himself of the reaponaiblity and it fell on Asmini to lead.

Asimini became as it were the first established King who was the first to use a crown.

He had a son Edmini who also lived with them in Ndoki, and made friends there, when Asmini passed and Edmini took over, he gave his daughter Kambasa out to a prince of Azuogu Ndoki named Opoli to marry.

He did this becaise Opolos father was his friend and to seal the affection he had for his place of childhood upbringing.

Kambasa who before this arranged marriage was ab initio in love with an Ibani Noble Biriye, left to join her husband in Azuogu and had a son named Kamalu for Opoli.

Now Kamalu is an Igbo name and it is obvious because he was Opoli's son.

Kambasa eloped from Opoli's house in Azuogu to meet and live with her Ex Lover Biriye(who was an Ibani man) Herself and Biriye had a son named Papanye.

So Kambasa had two children, Kamalu and Papanye.

Opoli who loved Kambasa so much, followed love and abandoned his home in Azuogu in search of his wife in Bonny.

He eventually lived in where today is now known as Aganya, in Bonny, it used to be Opoli-Ama.

When Edimini died, without a son, and the partirachal men of the time didnt want to make Kambasa a Queem, she, being a woman of coirage who had her waysz seized the Adum-Odu The ivory tusk dedicated to Adum, a part of the Ibani pantheon of gods, a totem of royalty.

This being a significant thing, she was eventually made Amanyana-Orubo(Queen)

At her demise, her son Kamalau, was made King, and two sons after him from his line were made kings(note this was where an Igbo blood got into the kingship of Bonny).

However during the reign of Awusa, a great decendant of Kamalu-Ye-Kambasa, Things got increasingly rough and Awusa was unable to continue the Leadership of Okoloama as it entailed engaging in wars which were very expensive.

At the time, a Young Military Captain, by name Perekule, a Grandson of Papanye-Ye-Kambasa by Biriye (her Ibani lover) was tipped to be King as he had what it took to take in the responsibilities at the time.

The reign of Perekule who was named Captain Pepple by the Europeans, became the era of a new Dynasty.

Since Perekule I, the crown has remained in the Pepple Dynasty which is why the curremt King is Perekule XI.(Eleventh Perekule direct blood to sit on the throne).

It is from this King Perekule that Opubo Annie Pepple House was formed, Opubo was Perekule's Second son.

Perekule created two Chieftaincy Houses for his Sons, Prince Adum-Fubara, and Prince Adum-Opubo

Fubara Manilla-Pepple House
Opubo Annie-Pepple House.

When Both Princes at different times assumed the throne as Kings Perekule II and Perekule III respectively, their Redeemed Slaves (Adopted sons) became leaders of their Houses.

Thus at some point Juojuo(Jaja) became Head of the Opubo House.

Disagreements happened in Bonny as a whole which led to a civil war between dofferent houses, those supporting Jaja and those supporting The Leaders of the Fubara Manilla Pepple House.

At this point, Jaja left Bonny with a good number of Ibani Houses who were supportive of him.

He founded Opubo-Ama(Opobo) which i understand he named in honor of his Boss, King Opubo Annie Pepple, Perekule III of Grand Bonny.

What this means is that though Jaja himself was born an Nkwerre man, he was adopted and properly redeemed as an Ibani man.

And most of the families which left with him were original Ibani families.

The Second interaction of the Ibani with the Igbo language happened as a result of the Slave Trade and Inter Marriage.

If Bonny and Opobo people are Igbo why and from where did we get the Ibani language which is totally different from Igbo but very relatable to Ijaw?

How did we get the Other Ijaw forms of culture and spiritism?

These are the facts that should inform us when Igbo people come up with their unreasonable fallacies.

There are Historian Authorities whose books support this account, The Late. Nathaniel Waribere is one such writer.

The Late. Amaopusenibo Spurgeon Green is another such historian.

The problem we have and which the Igbo people have used to troll us is the many accounts of Europeans who passed this way.

Chimamanda Adichie calls it the danger of a single story.

The Europeans wrote it the extent that they could understand and perceive it, but not being indigenous people, through whom tradition and history would have been passed down from generation to generation, they couldn't have been expected to be 100% right.

If the Europeans could change our names from Perekule to Pepprell and Pepple, Ibaningo to Banigo, Wirikoma to Wilcox, Awusa to Halliday from Holliday(because he was seen as going to his plantation on Holliday after he handed over to Perekule) because they couldn't pronounce the band versions, is it the history that they wouldn't twist?

History is a tale or record from the past, to direct or inform the present and the future about their Root or Ancestors.

Please I might not know it all but am open to correction with respect, I don't need any insults. Imiegbam. (Thanks)

Commendable! This is quite an extensive narration of historical events which took place in these areas.

What nonsense?

Clowns from somewhere else threatening indigenes from recalling their non-functioning senator?

And these are the same people crying victim and marginalisation everyday!

He will be recalled by the people of Delta North, anyone wey no like am go hug transformer.

We have a lot of medical practitioners who are not engaged by government at the Federal and State levels.

The very few employed are overwhelmed by inadequate manpower in addition to poor welfare.

So Countries who appreciate the value of these professionals will continue to rush them.

Regarding healthcare professionals who were sponsored by government, they have always signed a bond agreement with their respective State governments to work for a number of years post-graduation. Many of them who travel do so after fulfilling their part of the bond. So this is nothing new. So those who want to practice outside Nigeria will do so.


We should stop deceiving ourselves, rather than spend billions on vehicles and welfare packages of National Assembly representatives of Nigerians who are afflicted with all manner of poor health indices, employ more professionals in our healthcare facilities, make funding for research accessible, avail grants or loans for investment in the sector, etc.

But no o! We would rather employ one doctor where there are supposed to be ten in order to cut cost in paying professionals in such critical sector.

JuanDeDios:

There are Yoruba-speaking villages in Edo State. But, again, you clearly don't have sense.

Just ignore that one.

Clearly knows nothing about Edo.

Nice

Resumed where?

Definitely not in government house!

Omobayo remains the deputy governor.

And Oshiomhole was busy, lying blatantly to the public a few days ago. That's how APC intends to steal the governorship of Edo State.

Mrexcell:
Does spiritual products need nafdac certification?

You mean like 'spirit soap'?

Christianity is the most abused religion, especially in Africa. Anyone can just spring up from nowhere claiming anointed, prophet, etc and focus on collecting from the already needy in the society. In fact, in some cases through coercion. Meanwhile the basic principles/tenets of faith, love, compassion and sacrifice are ignored.

What's the rush filing a billion naira suit, trying to intimidate a concerned citizen? Instead, he would have quietly certified the products and reassured his members of their safety.

Learnt VDM spent hundreds of thousands of naira purchasing those items.


See how terrified some commenters are! Na these ones wan face these politicians wey dey finish this Country?

Justice will prevail and that DPO will also face justice.

The era of 'Kaduna mafia' was mainly during military regime and probably, early periods of this democratic dispensation.

Many have aged and passed on.

Moreover, the dynamics of politics in Nigeria has drastically changed especially with the merger of ACN, ANPP and CPC over a decade ago.

Name sponsors of boko haram and banditry!

Name those in the oil sector sabotaging the country!

Then Nigerians will take you seriously.

2 mumus

1) Why did the subsidy program in the energy sector fail?

2) Why are the major refineries in Nigeria not functioning?

3) Why have sponsors of terrorism and insecurity in Nigeria not been identified, tried and faced justice?




If Nigeria is ready to move forward, the aetiological factors affecting these sectors MUST be tackled head on, not the self-deceit going on.

Hunger no allow am remember which protest he dey.

'cabal, cabal, cabal'!

Fuel subsidy scam - cabal; National refineries moribund - cabal; Poor power supply - cabal.

Meanwhile, not one 'cabal' has been identified by the government and faced justice. Instead, the citizens pay for the crimes of the 'cabal'.

Are we sure these 'cabals' are humanoids? Sure say no be aliens Nigeria dey face so?

This one 'cabal' don rape the country finish so, and no one fit identify even one of the 'cabal'!

See the kind politicians Nigeria get. What an embarrassment!

I never hear dis one talk about killings in the South East. When his political interests seems threatened, he has resorted to ethnic sentiments, threatening his people.

Used to buy this a lot those days at Murtala Square, opposite Hamdala.

So because it's a Southerner in power justifies poorly thought-out/implemented policies placing Nigerians under untold hardship?

Any serious government would tackle corruption head-on and not shift burden to the already suffering masses.

2027 will be interesting.

If this is the sort of approach the ones we have in government use in solving challenges, no wonder the Country is in its present state.

This added frustration would have the protests even begin earlier than planned.

Very dumb move.

Then Nigerians as a United people should boycott any service provider who chooses to sabotage them.

The telecoms risk legal repercussions by colluding with these politicians.

Lines of people who have been registered with their NINs have been blocked.

Teacher1776:
Somehow I applaud those coming out to protest.
They are patriots.
Personally I won't come out to protest. Reason is we have a reckless government and irresponsible leader who is more concerned about his power than the life of citizens. End SARS shooting comes to mind..

There's a huge difference between this protest and the ENDSARS.

This protest is Nationwide and triggered by hardship brought about by endemic corruption, unpatriotism and sabotage perpetrated by those given opportunity to serve the Country, insecurity with loss of lives in many parts of the Country, deplorable public infrastructure, steady rise in unemployment, just to name a few.

The ENDSARS protest only took place in a few States. Many Northerners did not understand what that protest was about as the challenges experienced by many youth in the hands of SARS in the South were rarely heard of in the North.


The security agencies only have to ensure the protesters and venues are safe, and any form of violence, prevented or curtailed.

Security agents attacking protesters will only lead to widespread anarchy. Protesting isn't a crime and isn't demonstration of hate towards the government, but a call for the government to sit up.

Something has to be done regarding the endemic levels of corruption in Nigeria. At this level of corruption no policy, no matter how brilliant would be implemented for the benefit of Nigerians.

The corruption levels are nauseating and irritating at this point.

It's only in Nigeria where a government official was captured taking bribes, but moves about freely from one political office to another!

Of course, this would be the outcome of such governance.

No be only recruitment.

This is just a charade! Who go give una employment for NNPC?

NNPC is under fire at the moment. It actually needs to be pruned down, if not scrapped. A total drainpipe of the Nation's resources, and actually has to be amongst the main agenda for any logical protest or national discourse.

They just push this nonsense out to split suffering Nigerians as usual as they know many would be hoping for an 'unmerited favour' with an 'NNPC employment'.

Nigerians, wake up o!

Ibrahimcoomasie:


https://dailypost.ng/2024/07/25/dont-participate-in-nationwide-protest-ecwa-tells-members/

What other options do they have for their members and Nigerians at large?

I hope their members, at least are well-taken care of by the 'denomination'.

I hope they are aware of their job to protect the protesters and ensure a hitch-free process.

The present government enjoyed a free, safe protest around 2012, so they should allow Nigerians express themselves.

Unlike ENDSARS, this will be monitored closely.

Well, this is a typical example of an average Nigerian for you!

Just pick one random bus driver and place him in position of influence eg in NNPC, there's a high probability you invariably birthed a new cartel.

Once it's okay for them, the sense of accountability, empathy and even patriotism would be non-existent.

So more citizens are to get exposed to rampaging kidnappers and bandits on the dilapidated roads.

And you expect no one to voice out or protest?

Well, maybe Nigerians will still endure.

Stakeholders say this implies that air fares would rise to reflect the new increase in charges.

Umar Ahmed Farouk, the Managing Director of NAMA, disclosed on Friday at the League of Airports and Aviation Correspondent (LAAC) seminar theme, “Aviation Survivability amidst a Challenging Macro-Economic Environment,” held in Lagos.

Recall that NAMA and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) in January held a strategic meeting with some airline operators under the aegis of Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) to review what has been described as the outdated N16,000 Terminal Enroute Navigational Charges (TNS).

The meeting held in Abuja was called at the instance of the NCAA and NAMA to get the understanding of the airlines on the review of the rate which the airlines admitted needed to be reviewed.

The implication of the action which NAMA took to cushion its high cost of airspace surveillance and security could further lead to astronomical increases in domestic airfares and by extension fares on international routes.

He noted that the industry requires very efficient pricing of products and services, stressing that it is a critical lever for enhancing affordability, driving competition, supporting infrastructural development, promoting sustainability, and improving operational efficiency.

He however noted that the price for services must reflect the value of these services.

He said, “The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency relies on statutory fees for the management of the airspace (remember that aviation takes place only in the air). These funds are generated from services we provide to the flying community, without these funds NAMA can’t discharge its responsibility of ensuring the safety of our airspace effectively. We majorly generate these funds through the airline companies.”

Nigeria targets $500m from diaspora in August
Farouk further disclosed that for 2023, NAMA had an expenditure of about N21 billion in personnel costs alone, over N12 billion in capital costs and over N10 billion in overhead costs, adding that all these were to be (and were) funded from fees (no FGN budgetary allocation).

He said NAMA had been charging as low as N11,000 per flight when a one-way domestic ticket cost only N16,000.

He said while ticket prices today have gone up astronomically to as high as between N150,000 to N200,000 for a one-way economy ticket owing to the prevailing economic circumstances, NAMA navigational charges have remained the same since June 2008.

“Currently, our unit rate for international flights charged for service provision is about $70, domestic flights are charged 6,000 Naira. While NAMA recognizes the difficult economic environment aviation operates in Nigeria, it is equally a part of the ecosystem. It goes to the same market to procure equipment and other services like training. If NAMA is to survive and continue to guarantee safety and efficiency in the airspace, it must breathe.

“Even though most costs in the economy have increased by more than 1,000 percent, NAMA has proposed to increase its fees by 800%. The new rates for en-route and terminal navigation charges are to be reviewed from 2,000 and 6,000 Naira to N18,000 and N54,000 per flight. Also, the extension of hours of service is to be reviewed from N50,000 to N450,000 per extension to enable the agency to recover the cost of diesel and other logistics during the period of extension”.

“The largest percentage of NAMA’s revenue comes from en-route navigation charges (domestic and international flights) and terminal navigation charges (domestic and international flights). While international flights pay in US dollars, domestic flights pay in the Nigerian currency.”

The NAMA MD said as a service provider and under ICAO best practices, adding that NAMA does not make a profit.

He stressed that ICAO Doc 9082 recommends cost recovery for service provision to cater for the cost of equipment, personnel, training and other ancillary costs. This is what NAMA tries to do.

https://businessday.ng/aviation/article/airfares-to-rise-again-as-nama-to-increase-charges-by-800/#:~:text=The%20Nigerian%20Airspace%20Management%20Agency,800%20per%20cent%20increase%20per

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Osanoghodua1:
Edo has what's called Iyeki (Mother of Market) they only quit at death. Major markets in Benin has a deity, to be the mother of market is not a common feat, one must be spiritual this is why Edo market get as he be.

Yes.

The lady in the report is the Iyeki of Edo State. There are also Iyekis at the Local Government level and at the level of individual markets.

It's just their politics at a higher level making the Iyeki feel threatened.

What is more important at this time is curtailing the excesses of various unions in Edo State. But the State government seems to be docile due to politics. Same goes to the NURTW which has many of the commercial drivers going on a rampage of lawlessness in the State, leaving EDSTMA helpless about such situation.
Traffic laws are fast becoming applicable to only private residents of Edo State.