An Ijaw stakeholder and security expert from Egbema Kingdom in Delta and Edo states, Peres Didi Iroko, has cautioned fellow activist from the kingdom, Comrade Daniel Ezekiel, over what he described as repeated spiteful remarks directed at the Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, and the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), High Chief Dr. Dennis Brutu Otuaro.

In a statement made available to the media on Thursday, Iroko expressed concern that sustained public attacks on prominent Ijaw leaders were capable of creating unnecessary divisions within the Izon Nation at a time when unity and collective action are needed to address the challenges confronting the Niger Delta.

According to him, while every citizen has the constitutional right to express opinions on issues of public concern, such expressions should be guided by facts, respect, responsibility, and a genuine commitment to the collective interest of the Ijaw people.

Iroko called on all Ijaw leaders, youths, and activists to place the collective interest of the nation above personal differences, emphasizing that unity remains the strongest foundation for lasting peace, development, and political advancement in the Niger Delta

The statement reads, "I have followed with concern the recent public remarks and criticisms made by my brother from Egbema Kingdom, Comrade Daniel Ezekiel, which are unacceptable, against two distinguished sons of the Izon Nation—High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, and the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), High Chief Dr. Dennis Brutu Otuaro.

"While every citizen is entitled to express opinions on matters of public interest, I strongly believe that such expressions must be guided by facts, mutual respect, patriotism, and a genuine desire to build rather than divide our people. As such, resorting to spiteful attacks, inflammatory comments, or statements capable of creating unnecessary discord within the Izon Nation does not advance our collective aspirations.

"High Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo) has, over the years, made enormous sacrifices for the peace, stability, and socio-economic development of the Niger Delta. Likewise, High Chief Dr. Dennis Brutu Otuaro has continued to demonstrate commitment to human capital development, youth empowerment, and the consolidation of peace through the Presidential Amnesty Programme.

"Whether one agrees with every decision they make or not, their contributions to the region deserve objective engagement rather than personal vilification.

"As a fellow son of Egbema Kingdom, I respectfully urge Comrade Daniel Ezekiel to exercise restraint and channel his energy toward constructive dialogue, advocacy, and initiatives that promote unity and progress. At a time when the Izon Nation must speak with one voice on critical issues affecting our people, we cannot afford internal divisions fueled by unnecessary public confrontations, which his actions are tending towards.

"The strength of any nation lies in its unity. Disagreements should be expressed responsibly and in ways that encourage improvement rather than deepen polarization. We must place the collective interest of the Izon Nation above personal sentiments and individual differences.

"I therefore call on all Ijaw sons and daughters across Delta, Edo, Bayelsa, Rivers, Ondo, Akwa Ibom, and beyond to remain committed to the ideals of peace, mutual respect, brotherhood, and constructive engagement. Let us support initiatives that foster development, strengthen our institutions, and preserve the hard-earned peace in the Niger Delta.

"History will remember us not by how fiercely we attacked one another, but by how faithfully we worked together to secure a better future for our people.

Let us choose unity over division, dialogue over hostility, and progress over conflict," he concluded.