Excitement As Dafinone Hosts Urhobo Professionals in Abuja

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By Joseph Ayomide

Senator Ede Omuenya Dafinone, the distinguished representative of Delta Central Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly, orchestrated a momentous gathering of Urhobo professionals in Abuja on Thursday. The event, hosted at the senator’s Abuja residence, centered around the theme “Urhobo Moving Forward Together in 2024.”Known for his unwavering commitment to providing effective and result-oriented representation to the Urhobo people, Senator Dafinone took to his official Facebook page to announce the purpose behind bringing together this esteemed group of professionals. The primary goal was to engage in substantive discussions aimed at advancing the interests and development of the Urhobo ethnic group.The Delta Central lawmaker reiterated his dedication to fulfilling promises made to the Urhobo people, underscoring the imperative of collaborative efforts for the progress of the ethnic group.Reacting to reports of the meeting in a Facebook post, Ganiyu Daniel Tairu, commended Senator Dafinone for his tireless efforts in fostering unity among the Urhobo people.

“Well-done, our esteemed Senator,” Tairu remarked. “Your endeavors toward a united Urhobo, with shared interests and goals, are bound to yield positive results. A united Urhobo will expedite development.”

The gathering provided a platform for Urhobo professionals to engage in constructive dialogue, exchange ideas, and explore collective strategies contributing to the overall advancement of the Urhobo ethnic group.

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