NADIS to Hold Elective Convention in Ogbinbiri Oct 30 to Nov 1

By Eric Chukwunoso, Warri

The National Association of Delta Ijaw Students (NADIS) Worldwide has prepared to host its 3rd Mega Elective Convention 2026 in Ogbinbiri Community, Egbema Kingdom, Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State.

The event which was scheduled for 30th October to November 1, 2026, is billed to attract Niger Delta leaders, spiritual fathers, government functionaries, stakeholders, youth leaders, and over 500 Delta Ijaw students for a celebration of culture, unity, leadership, and heritage.

The convention with a ‘Theme, “Our Culture, Our Identity, Our Heritage,” with the sub-theme “Preserving the Ijaw Heritage for Future Generations,” was designed to promote cultural preservation, strengthen unity among Ijaw people, and encourage student participation in leadership and community development.

It was learned that the event would be graced by High Chief Kestin Pondi, Managing Director of Tantita Security Services, who would serve as the Father of the Day, Archbishop Dr. Godwin Soroaye JP would serve as the Spiritual Father of the Day.

Other notable personalities included Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, as Special Guest of Honour; Hon. Emmanuel Alhaji O. Omoko, the Bolowei 1 of Egbema Kingdom; Hon. Chief Adowei Binaebi, NDC candidate for Delta South Senatorial District; Chief Ebipade Kari, APC House of Assembly candidate, Warri North 2; Hon. Spencer O. Okpoye, Honourable Commissioner representing the Ijaw Ethnic Nationality on the DESOPADEC Board; and Comr. Amb. City I. Ojowuwro, National Youth President of Ogbinbiri Federated Communities.

According to the report, the Chief Host of the annual convention would be Chief Promise Lawuru, while Comr. Johnson N. Aweh, President of NADIS Worldwide, will be expected to lead the association in hosting participants and guests from across the Niger Delta.

However, the three-day convention would feature a variety of activities, including football games, a summit, awards presentations, and a medical outreach aimed at promoting community wellbeing. Other activities were also expected to make the gathering memorable for students, community members, and invited guests.

According to the organisers, the choice of Ogbinbiri Community, in Egbema Kingdom, as the venue highlighted the community’s role in bringing together young people and leaders to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Ijaw nation.

Meanwhile, the NADIS Worldwide is cordially inviting students, community stakeholders, traditional institutions, and members of the public to be part of the historic gathering.