The Ijaw in Lagos and South West have described the cordial relationship between the Ijaw and Yoruba as a blessing to Nigeria.

The royal father of the  Ijaw in Lagos, HRH Alex Sikaboro, stated this during a courtesy visit to the founder of Odua Peoples Congress, OPC, Dr. Fredrick  Fasheun. The Izon  Pere of Lagos said that the acceptance of Goodluck Jonathan by the South West was as a result of efforts  made by great sons of Yoruba nation  such as the OPC leader.

“Our people are living peacefully in Lagos and its environ because of the accommodating spirit of great sons of Yoruba nation  such as Fasheun.

“We are grateful that since the day you physically attended the inauguration of our traditional institution in Lagos to promote peace and unity between Ijaws and other tribes in Lagos as well as promote our culture, you  have  not forsaken us but continued to assist Ijaw people in Lagos,” the royal  father said.

In his response. Dr Fasheun commended the Ijaw royal father for promoting peace and unity in Lagos.