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Lawrence Baraebibai Ekpebu (1935-2022)

Dead

Lawrence Baraebibai Ekpebu (1935-2022)

He was a distinguished and knowledgeable professor and diplomat hailing from the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Lawrence Baraebibai Ekpebu holds the distinction of being the first African graduate of Harvard University in the United States. Notably, he played a crucial role in the infrastructure development of the old Rivers State.

MacCpherson Wodaowei McCarthy (1952—2016)

Dead

MacCpherson Wodaowei McCarthy (1952—2016)

HRH MacCpherson Wodaowei McCarthy (JP) was a highly esteemed local leader hailing from Okoloba in the Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. He gained recognition primarily for his outstanding contributions to education and his advocacy for the rights of fellow educators.

Mariam Bubaraye Indiamaowei

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Mariam Bubaraye Indiamaowei (1950-2019)

Dame Mariam Bubaraye Indiamaowei was from Sagbagria community in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. She was a successful businesswoman in Port Harcourt city and also an impressive school teach that imparted the education sector of old Rivers state.