IYC and Nigerian Navy Forge Strategic Partnership in Warri

The Ijaw Youth Council, Western Zone, on Wednesday met with the Nigerian Navy Ship Delta in Warri, Delta State.

The meeting was part of a resolve by the 9th Zonal Executive Council, led by Nicholas Igarama, to partner with all critical stakeholders and relevant security authorities in the discharge of its duties.

During his presentation, Comrade Igarama noted that the Executives, who were elected on June 5, 2024, saw the visit as a necessity to synergize with the NNS Delta.

Igarama emphasized that his administration was open to partnering with the Navy for peace, security, and progress in the Zone.

The Chairman, accompanied by all nine other members of the 9th Zonal Executive Council and other members of the Council, further commended the NNS for its commitment to ensuring peace in the waterways.

Reacting, the Commander NNS Delta, CDR Mushin Yahaya Abba, praised the IYC Western Zone for seeking partnership with relevant security institutions in its activities.

Commander Abba commended the structure of the Council, from national, chapters, parliament, to clans, describing it as a “well-organized pressure group.”

The Commander subsequently opened the “doors of partnership to the IYC Western Zone,” assuring them of “rendering the needed support at every point of call.”

Abba reiterated that the NNS Delta was “ready to render support in guidance and protection to the IYC,” urging the Council “not to hesitate to put a call across.”

The 9th Zonal Executive of the IYC Western Zone has continued to liaise with critical sectors and stakeholders since its emergence, drawing commendation from within and outside the Council.