IPA 76th Anniversary


The Ijaw Peoples Association (IPA) of Great Britain and Ireland celebrated its 76th anniversary on Saturday 17th 2024 in London by having an Ijaw Day Celebration and Award night. The event also served as a fundraising opportunity for the proposed intent of acquiring a cultural center here in London for the awareness and promotion of the Ijaw culture as a whole. The target goal of the fundraising was £2 million, as several dignitaries were at hand to support the cause, celebrate the culture, and recognize the services of members of the community by the presentation of award plaques.

Arrival of HRM (Barr) P.S. Erebulu Aduo III
Pere of Kabowei Kingdom
Delta/Bayelsa State

Arrival of HRM King W.S. Joshua Igbugburu X
Ibenanawei of Bomo Kingdom

Official entrance of the President of IPA
Rev Francis B. Akpanari, along with his First Lady and members

Hon Chief (Dr) Antonia Garner

Overview of the event





HRM King Bubaraye Dakolo, King of Eketiama Kingdom,
and HRM Erebulu Aduo III


Alabota (Hon) Ebizi Brown and husband





Presentation of Award

Presentation of Award


It was a successful evening with multiple dignitaries in attendance, as well as multiple awardees. This article is an overview captured by me, Prof Akponwei Jr. I celebrate the Ijaw Peoples Association on this milestone achievement.
(More personal pictures and moments are shared on my personal webpage)

















Comments

  1. Opukeme AngalabiriAugust 18, 2024 at 11:11 AM

    Awesome and Great Celebration.

    Indeed Ijaw's are doing well over there.

    Great Occasion .

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