Dise Ogbise Foundation Inducts Niger Delta Gender Champions Into Hall of Fame
By Jonah Fubara, YENAGOA – The Dise Ogbise Foundation has inducted distinguished personalities into the Niger Delta Gender Champions Hall of Fame Project 2026 in recognition of their contributions to society and their potential to inspire future generations.
The induction ceremony, held on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Conference Hall along Isaac Boro Expressway, Opolo, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, was organised in collaboration with the Bayelsa State Ministry of Education and its partners.
The event, themed “Making History; Inspiring Generations,” brought together personalities from different professional backgrounds, reflecting the project’s focus on recognising individuals whose achievements and service can serve as inspiration to others.
Among those featured in the Hall of Fame project were Dr. Frank Ugochukwu Odunukwe, former Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State Esther Seibarugu, Dr. Rosemary Oweifawari, Bomo Tons Fetepigi Obhe, Dr. Kunemofa Asu, Engr. Uchechukwu D. Orluwene, Dr. Gbanai Oweifa, Mrs. Grace Orumeiyefa and Teresa Briseimo.
Others were Dr. James Omietimi, Faith Columbus Bunatongha, Mrs. Gloria Wodu, the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Bayelsa State, Her Eminence Amaba Samuel Ogbuku, PhD, HRM Queen Tecy Diongoli, Dr. Mrs. Joan Filatei, Iruofagha Lawrence Okutuate and CSP Diseimi Andazi Yekwe.
The collaboration with the Bayelsa State Ministry of Education and other partners underscores the importance of institutional support in promoting positive role models and inspiring younger generations through the recognition of individual achievements.
The Hall of Fame initiative is positioned as a platform for celebrating personalities whose contributions and experiences can encourage young people to pursue excellence and make meaningful contributions to their communities.
The 2026 induction ceremony further highlighted the importance of preserving the stories of accomplished individuals and using their achievements to inspire future generations across the Niger Delta.
