Family Appreciates Otuaro, Tompolo, Guwor, Others For Support For David Pere’s Burial Rites

By Sunday Onye, Senior correspondent

The family of the late High Chief (Hon.) Elder David Nane Pere (JP) expresses their deep gratitude to everyone who provided financial and moral support during the burial and final rites of their beloved brother, uncle, father, and community leader. High Chief David Nane Pere was laid to rest on October 11, 2024, in his hometown of Ogbe-Ijoh, in the heart of the Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom.

The family is profoundly appreciative of the kindness, presence, and contributions that made a dignified and honorable farewell possible.

They extend special thanks to the following individuals, in no particular order, for their generous support and presence:

– High Chief Government O. Ekpomupolo
– Chief Engr. Kestin Pondi, Managing Director of Tantita Security Services
– High Chief Tunde Smooth
– His Excellency Kingsley B. Otuaro, former Deputy Governor of Delta State
– Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly
– Chief Hon. Thomas Ereyitomi, Member representing Warri Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives
– Hon. Julius Pondi, Member representing Burutu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives
– Sen. J.E. Manager
– Chief Frank Omare
– Chief Favour Izoukumor, the Fiye-Owei of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom and Executive Director of Social Services at DESOPADEC
– Chief Sylvester Oromoni, Executive Chairman of Warri South-West Local Government Area (LGA)
– Chief Hon. Dr. Julius Takeme, JP, Executive Chairman of Burutu LGA
– Chief Ayiri Emami
– Chief Kenneth Bramoh Obuku
– Hon. Barr. George Timinimi
– Chief Emma Amgbaduba, Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Delta South Senatorial District
– Chief Hon. Ebikeme Clark, Commissioner for Riverine Infrastructural Development
– Chief Boro M. Opudu, Chairman of Delta Waterways and Land Security

In addition, they acknowledged the support from:

– The Oporoza House
– Amb. Francis Oyimi
– High Chief Amb. Bomiebi Francis Obodowei, JP
– Chief David Pere’s in-laws
– Capt. Alex Yelamu, Capt. Letthemsay I. Braboke, and Capt. John Iyoroguogha
– Deacon Samson Wangha
– Tom Willy
– Chief George Timiyan
– Com. John Bebapere
– Chief Samuel Timiyan, JP
– Chief Linus Yeinanagbegha, JP
– Pastor Arex Akemotubo
– Chief Samson Oyimi
– Mr. Joseph Ziko
– Chief Harris Gbenekama
– Mr. Eric Ayuwa Ayas
– Felix Denkoromone Okosuwei
– Hon. Denbo Denbofa Oweikpodor
– Hon. Daniel Yingi
– Hon. Asupa Peter Forteta
– High Chief Kenneth Oboku
– Hon. Richard Tuedon
– Chief Barr. Michael Akuobodo
– Chief Fezigha Victor Odu
– Chief Clark Gbenewei
– Hon. Frank Pukon
– Princess Caroline Ene
– Warri South-West Political Alliance

The family expressed their gratitude to Chief David Pere’s in-laws and the Winners Chapel family for offering comfort and encouragement throughout the burial rites.

They also deeply appreciated the support and contributions from various traditional kingdoms, including Obotebe, Ugbolubiri-Mein, Isaba, Ogulagha, the Gbaramatu Traditional Council of Chiefs, and the Ijansa Community. The family thanked everyone who assisted them in any way, even if not mentioned by name.

Special thanks were extended to all those who offered prayers, presence, and encouragement, providing strength and comfort during this challenging time. Their support was crucial in honoring the legacy of the late High Chief David Nane Pere.

The message was signed on behalf of the family by Amb. Francis Oyimi, Chairman of the Burial Committee, and High Chief Amb. Bomiebi Francis, JP, Secretary of the Burial Planning Committee and Family Chairman.