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In a show of solidarity to their brothers and sisters, the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) Ireland, led by Chief Dr. Richard Tiki Iyede, has provided much-needed relief to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp at Okuama in Ewu, Ughelli South Local Government Area, Delta State.
On Friday, August 16, 2024, UPU Ireland donated essential food items valued at millions of naira to the camp, aiming to ease the hardships faced by the displaced Okuama community.
It’s noteworthy that Chief Dr. Richard Tiki Iyede, the President of UPU Ireland, has also contributed significantly to the welfare of the Okuama people through the Urhobo Consultative Forum (UCF), including the recent donation of a large cow for the displaced individuals.
Recall that Okuama community was displaced due to a violent land dispute with the neighboring Okoloba community, resulting in the destruction of homes and loss of lives.
In response to this crisis, a delegation from UPU Ireland, led by Comrade Henry Ubus and Madam Deborah Oyovwariovwe, delivered the essential supplies. The donations included cartons of ice fish, 50 tubers of yam, four bags of rice, a 25kg gallon of groundnut oil, three bags of garri, half a bag of beans, and a 25kg gallon of red oil.
Mr. Abraham Ogbodo, the camp director, expressed deep gratitude for the timely intervention, noting that the donation would significantly address the immediate food needs of the displaced families, offering them some respite amidst their challenging circumstances.
“This act of kindness from UPU Ireland is not just a donation; it is a lifeline for many of us here who have been struggling to find food and basic necessities,” Mr. Ogbodo remarked. He praised UPU Ireland for their unwavering commitment to the welfare of their kinsmen, even from afar.
Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Comrade Henry Ubus underscored the importance of community support during difficult times. He conveyed UPU Ireland’s deep concern for the displaced individuals and assured them of the organization’s continued support.
“This donation is a testament to the strong bonds within the Urhobo community, regardless of geographical distance. We are one family, and it is our duty to ensure that no member of our community is left behind in times of crisis,” Ubus stated.
The beneficiaries, who have been enduring difficult living conditions due to their displacement, expressed heartfelt thanks and prayed for God’s blessings upon the donors.
As the Okuama community continues to navigate the challenges posed by the land dispute, this gesture from UPU Ireland stands as a beacon of hope and a reminder of the enduring spirit of unity and brotherhood within the Urhobo nation.
Before departing, Comrade Ubus and Madam Oyovwariovwe signed the visitors’ board, leaving their signatures as a mark of UPU Ireland’s visit and support. The camp presented them with white face caps inscribed with “EWU IDP CAMP partners,” symbolizing their partnership in alleviating the camp’s struggles.
