The Managing Director/CEO of the Niger Delta Basin Development Authority (NDBDA), Prince Ebitimi Amgbare, has paid glowing tribute his late special assistant on media, Isaac Ombe who died in the ghastly accident on the way to the burial of late Bayelsa deputy governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpor.
Prince Amgbare who described his late SA as a veteran journalist of impeccable integrity expressed his deep pains over the sudden death of Ombe when the Registered Trustees of the Association of Niger Delta Online Publishers, ANDOP, led by the President, Ofonime Umanah, Protem Secretary, Celestine Ogolo and Protem Treasurer, Lawson Hayford, paid him a condolence visit at the Authority’s headquarters in Port Harcourt.
The Managing Director commended Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State for supporting the families of the deceased with the sum of ten million naira each and taking up all medical bills of victims of the fatal accident, saying: “Ombe’s dedication to journalism and his passion for truth would be greatly missed.”
Earlier, the President of the Association of Niger Delta Online Publishers, Mr. Ofonime Umanah said journalism community was saddened by the untimely death of their colleague, saying that Ombe was a brother, friend, and worthy partner in the pen profession.
Further pouring out his feelings in the condolence register opened at the NDBDA, Umanah who is also the Publisher of TNN Newspaper wrote: “Dear Ombe, The news of your death was shocking to us in the media industry, especially those of us who knew and practiced with you in those days in Bayelsa and in the Niger Delta. You were a jolly good fellow.
“We can not question God over this. He alone knows why you had to go now. If he did not allow it, it would not have happened. May the good God accept your soul. Nua o. Bye.”
While commending the MD/CEO for his new vision and development strides to strategically position the authority for meaningful impact and productivity, Mr. Umanah expressed the willingness of the Association to collaborate with NDBDA to bring more media visibility by highlighting the positive impact so far made just in a short while.
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Mr. Umanah also briefed the Managing Director of the objectives of his association which according to him was poised to mentor and improve online publishing with a view to instilling confidence in the practice of journalism in the Niger Delta region.
Meanwhile, Ombe’s family has announced that his interment will take place on February 20 at his home town, Tuomo, in Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
Ombe was known for his passion for truth, professionalism, and friendship .He had distinguished himself through his work with reputable media outfits such as The Nation, National Mirror, The Comet, News Express, and The Verbatim. Before joining the NDBDA, Ombe was a former executive member of the Federated Correspondents’ Chapel of the Bayelsa State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ)
The NDBDA boss’s tribute to Ombe reflects the impact he had on those around him. The journalism community continues to mourn the loss of this dedicated and passionate journalist, who will be remembered for his commitment to truth and professionalism
