Yuletide in Bayelsa: 2Baba, Mr. P, Techno, others thrill fans

Nathan Tamarapreye, Yenagoa

Afro-pop singer Innocent Idibia, Mr P (Peter Okoye), Techno, Khalid, Commissioner DJ Wysei, Wizard Chan, and Starblinks gave a scintillating performance to thrill their numerous fans, including some visiting black Americans, at the Opu-Nembe All-stars Night, which was organised by philanthropist Dr Kojo Sam at Opu-Nembe, Nembe Local Government Area of Bayelsa.

2Baba in an interview after the performance commended the people for their peaceful disposition during the show.

He also commended the state government for the developmental progress that has been recorded in the state.

The African musical icon urged Niger Delta leaders to emulate the sponsor of the Opu- Nembe All-stars Night, Dr Kojo Sam in bringing joy to their people.

Kojo Sam in an interview with newsmen recalled the turmoil that engulfed the community and the efforts invested to ensure peace returned to the community.

He commended President Bola Tinubu and IGP Kayode Ebetokun for their peace efforts and also Bayelsa Governor, Senator Douye Diri for setting up the peace community headed by Rear Admiral Victor Ombu(rtd).

According to him, the committee is progressing well in its assignment, which he hopes will bring lasting peace to the community.

He implored all the residents of the community to rededicate themselves to peace and live in harmony.

“For the past three years, a lot has happened. The community was in serious crisis leading to loss of property and lives. By the grace of God and the help of the IGP, we got back our community.  Now the community is happy and everybody is happy. We have put a lot of resources into ensuring we have a good Yuletide celebration. We have brought back the memories of celebration in Opu-Nembe by displaying our cultural heritage,” he said.

The visiting black Americans namely John Rice, Yolanda Rice, Aris Ganimous, and Shade Chenoweth expressed happiness over the peaceful disposition and hospitality of the Opu-Nembe people.

They commended Kojo Sam for putting the programmes and events together.