The Urhobo nation, once a formidable force in Nigeria’s political, economic, and cultural landscape, must now rise to reclaim its lost glory. The time has come for the Urhobo people to reassert their rightful place in the scheme of affairs, both in Delta State and at the national level. For too long, the community has been sidelined, and this decline must be urgently reversed.
It is against this backdrop that the Urhobo Digital Editors and Publishers Alliance (UDEPA) emerges as a timely and strategic intervention. The alliance, made up of committed Urhobo media professionals, has resolved to take up the mantle of repositioning the Urhobo narrative through digital influence, constructive media engagement, and strategic communication.
UDEPA stands as a beacon of hope for the Urhobo people, aiming to amplify their voice, tell their stories, and protect their heritage from being drowned by competing interests. In an age where digital media defines public perception and drives policy direction, UDEPA’s role is not just relevant, it is vital.
The alliance is calling on all Urhobo stakeholders, both at home and in the diaspora, to unite behind this noble vision. Political leaders, traditional rulers, business elites, youth groups, and civil society must all lend their support to this initiative. The time for silence and complacency is over; collective action is now essential.
This is not just a media campaign, it is a rescue mission. The Urhobo nation must be saved from the grip of political and economic marginalisation. UDEPA is determined to challenge narratives that seek to undermine Urhobo progress and ensure that the community is represented in all key sectors of governance and development.
As UDEPA begins this bold journey, it extends a hand of collaboration to all well meaning individuals and institutions. Let us rally around this initiative and work together to restore Urhobo’s dignity, influence, and relevance. The future of the Urhobo nation depends on what we do now.