A DEFINING MOMENT FOR THE IJAW NATION: WHY HON. SAM UROUPA STANDS TALL FOR INC ORGANIZING SECRETARY WORLDWIDE
At critical moments in the life of a people, history pauses — not in silence, but in expectation. Such a moment now confronts the Ijaw National Congress (INC) Worldwide, as leaders, elders, veterans of the struggle, stakeholders, and committed patriots prepare for a defining election that will shape the direction of the Ijaw struggle in years to come.
Across creeks and coastal communities, from clan meetings to zonal assemblies, one question echoes persistently: Who will safeguard the ideals of our founding fathers and advance the frontiers of our collective aspiration?
This is not a time for sentiment. It is not a season for personal loyalties or sectional interests. It is a season for vision. A season for courage. A season for strategic leadership anchored in unity and progress.
The Call for Measured Reflection
The forthcoming INC elections present more than a routine democratic exercise. They represent a generational responsibility. The Ijaw nation, rich in heritage and resilient in spirit, has endured environmental degradation, political marginalization, and economic exploitation. The struggle for resource control, environmental justice, and equitable representation remains ongoing.
In this pivotal hour, stakeholders are urged to examine not just manifestos, but character. Not just promises, but performance. Not just ambition, but antecedents.
Enter Hon. SAM UROUPA
Amid this climate of reflection and responsibility, one name has emerged with clarity and conviction — Hon. SAM UROUPA, aspirant for the position of INC Organizing Secretary Worldwide.
Hon. Uroupa’s political and organizational journey is not built on rhetoric but on record. His tenure in the Western Zone of the INC was marked by deliberate efforts to strengthen clan coordination, deepen zonal integration, and foster unity across diverse interests. In a movement where cohesion is strength, he demonstrated the rare ability to bridge divides and promote reconciliation among leaders and youth bodies alike.
A Vision Rooted in Justice and Sustainability
Beyond structural organization, Hon. Uroupa has consistently stood as a firm advocate for true resource control and environmental justice. He understands the existential threats facing Ijaw coastal communities — oil pollution, economic neglect, and environmental devastation. His advocacy has focused on sustainable development, strategic protection of natural resources, and economic empowerment for the Ijaw people.
For him, development is not a slogan; it is a structured pursuit. Prosperity, he maintains, must be intentional and inclusive.
Political Representation and Collective Influence
Hon. Uroupa’s leadership philosophy equally prioritizes fair political representation. He has remained vocal in advocating for stronger political influence for Ijaw people at all levels of governance across Nigeria. His position is clear: the Ijaw nation must not only participate in leadership structures but must occupy its rightful place within them.
He recognizes that political inclusion strengthens negotiation power, policy influence, and long-term security for the people.
Human Rights, Self-Determination, and Institutional Integrity
Development without justice is fragile. Peace without rights is temporary. Hon. Uroupa’s advocacy for human rights and social justice reflects his understanding that sustainable progress demands the protection of fundamental freedoms.
His commitment to lawful self-determination underscores a belief that the Ijaw people have the legitimate democratic right to shape their political, economic, and social destiny within constitutional frameworks.
As a committed member of strategic leadership forums, he has worked to restore credibility, enhance accountability, and rebuild institutional trust within the INC. His efforts to redeem the organization’s image and strengthen internal cohesion demonstrate maturity and foresight.
A Historic Opportunity
The position of Organizing Secretary Worldwide is not administrative alone; it is strategic. It requires intellect, coordination, integrity, and diplomatic competence. It demands someone who understands the terrain of the struggle and possesses the courage to navigate it responsibly.
Hon. SAM UROUPA, by service and sacrifice, presents himself as such a candidate.
As the INC prepares to chart its next chapter, this election offers veterans and leaders an opportunity to consolidate unity, strengthen institutional structures, and reposition the movement for greater national and global relevance.
The future of the Ijaw struggle must not be left to chance. It must be entrusted to tested hands.
A Call to Unity
In this defining hour, stakeholders are called upon to rally behind a vision of progress, accountability, and inclusive leadership.
Vote Hon. SAM UROUPA as INC Organizing Secretary Worldwide.
Together, may we build a stronger, more resilient, and progressive Ijaw Nation.
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