By Sunday Apah
The Bilabiri Community, located in the Mein Kingdom of the Ekeremor Local Government Area in Bayelsa State, has reaffirmed its ban on Mr. Lucky Tubotu due to his ongoing dissemination of false information claiming that the community is in a state of anarchy.
This decision was announced in a press statement issued following the community’s general meeting, signed by HRH Soja Dede, Abiodun Commander (Deputy Highness), High Chief Friday Gelu, High Chief Esau Olumofa, Mr. Douglas Aaron (Youth President), Pastor Ebike Adam (CDC General Secretary), and Mrs. Ebitei Lucky (Women Leader).
According to the statement, “Mr. Lucky Tubotu poses a threat to our community with his ulterior motives, as he continues to falsely assert that Bilabiri Mein Kingdom, under Ekeremor Local Government Area, is in a state of chaos. This misinformation is not only inaccurate but has the potential to harm our community significantly.
“Consequently, Mr. Tubotu remains banned from entering Bilabiri Community, a decision unanimously agreed upon by community members, including Chiefs, women, and youth representatives, on September 28, 2024.
“The rampant spread of such false information, aimed at misleading the Federal Government under Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Bayelsa State Government under Senator Douye Diri, security agencies, and the public, is a serious offense. We urge the public to disregard the malicious claims of this internal adversary.
“The regrettable intra-community crisis that resulted in the tragic loss of our esteemed son, Gen. Frank Seidei, led us to employ traditional conflict resolution methods to restore harmony among families and the peace-loving people of Bilabiri. High Chief Government Ekemupolo, the custodian of Ijaw culture and tradition, has been instrumental in this process.
“Since the implementation of these practices, Bilabiri has enjoyed peace, and certain laws have been established in line with best practices.
“The ban on Lucky Tubotu was reaffirmed because he has falsely alleged that Ebimene Abaka removed Yerin Johnbo as the Tantita coordinator with the intention of assuming that role himself. It is important to clarify that Ebimene Abaka is not responsible for this removal; it was a unanimous decision by the community.
“We advise the public not to take Mr. Tubotu’s fabricated claims seriously, as he may face arrest by security agents soon.
“Regarding the expiration of the CDC Chairman and its executives’ tenure in December 2024, it should be noted that Mr. Tubotu is no longer recognized as a member of the Bilabiri community, having been ostracized by community consensus.
“Therefore, we advise him to refrain from involving himself in community matters. Furthermore, no specific date has been set for any changes in the CDC chairman and executives’ tenure.
“Mr. Lucky Tubotu, your threats to visit Bilabiri Community with armed men and to unleash mayhem on Ebimene Abaka and his family will not be taken lightly. If any such incidents occur, we will hold you and your associates responsible.”
This statement reaffirms the community’s commitment to peace and the safety of its members.
