The Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), Comrade (Dr) Sheriff Mulade, has called on the Ijaw, Itsekiri, and Urhobo peoples of Warri Federal Constituency to preserve the culture of harmony and tolerance that has existed since the resolution of the Warri crisis over a decade ago.
Speaking at this year’s International Day of Peace commemoration in Warri, themed “Act Now for a Peaceful World,” Mulade — who also holds the traditional title of Ibe-serimowei of Gbaramatu Kingdom — reminded residents that peace is the foundation of growth and advancement.
He emphasized that peace is not an abstract dream but a necessity for progress, urging Warri residents to remain proactive in sustaining cooperation and unity among diverse ethnic groups.
“Warri needs permanent peace more than elections and voters. Only peace can provide the atmosphere to attract investors, create jobs, and drive development,” Mulade stated.
The CEPEJ boss appealed to traditional rulers, opinion leaders, and youths to resist manipulation by politicians or sponsors of violence, stressing that the Urhobo, Ijaw, Itsekiri, Isoko, and Anioma ethnic groups must work together for collective progress.
He particularly urged stakeholders in Warri to stand firm against infiltrators and profiteers of discord, consolidating the hard-earned peace in the region.
Mulade also encouraged residents of Delta State to support Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, noting that the governor’s MORE Agenda required peace and stability to succeed.
Report by: Ubi Komonmo | Edited by: Chris Odjomah