IPF announces N’Delta Business Mogul Tunde Smooth as Father of Day for Ijaw Media Conference 2025

By Osaro Michael, Benin

The Niger Delta Business mogul, Chief Tunde Smooth, has been announced as the Father of the Day for the forthcoming Ijaw Media Conference 2025 by the organizers, the Ijaw Publishers’ Forum.

The event with its Theme “Safeguarding Niger Delta’s Natural Resources for Future Generations” will be attended by various leaders and stakeholders across Niger Delta region.

Congress gathered that 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 added 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.

Akemotubo 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 commended the Forum for its efforts to use the media as a means of protecting the interests of the Niger Delta and assured them of his full support for the conference.

The Bolowei of Niger Delta also appealed to other stakeholders across the Ijaw nation to join in initiatives that safeguard the environment and strengthen the region’s future.