A recipient of the Gbaramatu Youth Council (GYC) Award of Recognition, Engr. Godstime Daniel Ayetan, has said that the recognition "is a renewed call to greater service" and that it will motivate him to further stay committed to personally contributing his quota "towards youth development, community advancement, peace and the overall progress of Gbaramatu Kingdom."

Engr. Ayetan who spoke on Saturday expressed his surprise at the recognition from the umbrella body of Gbaramatu youths led by it's President, Comrade Egbujule Arerebo Kingsley, and thanked all stakeholders for the honour.

"I am deeply humbled and sincerely grateful to the leadership of the Gbaramatu Youth Council (GYC) Worldwide ably led by Comrade Kingsley Arerebo Egbejule for finding me worthy of the prestigious Award of Recognition, presented during the Council’s Second Congress held in Kenyangbene Community, Gbaramatu Kingdom, on Friday, November 6, 2026," he said.

Engr. Ayetan is a former Chairman of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Gbaramatu Clan; former Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Gbaramatu Youth Council (GYC); former Chief Organiser of the Egbema and Gbaramatu Graduate Employment Front (KOMBOT); former Mobilisation Officer of the IYC Western Zone (Delta, Edo and Ondo States); and former Assistant Secretary of the IYC Western Zone.

Professionally, he is a Member of the Institute of Corrosion (MICorr), Corporate Member of the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (MNIMechE), a Certified Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Professional certified by the Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON), a Member of Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and a COREN-Certified Engineer.

He also appreciated both the past and present leadership of GYC Worldwide, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (Tompolo) and those he referred to as Gbaramatu elders for inspiring him to service.

"I wish to express my profound appreciation to both the past and present leadership of GYC Worldwide for this honour and for recognising my modest contributions, sacrifices and commitment to the growth and development of our great kingdom. This recognition means a great deal to me, and I sincerely do not take it for granted.

"I also sincerely appreciate the unwavering support, and guidance of distinguished High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (Tompolo) and the revered elders and leaders of Gbaramatu Kingdom. Your continued commitment to the development of our kingdom, particularly the growth and empowerment of its youths, remains a source of inspiration to us all," he added.

Engr. Ayetan who said he firmly believes that "leadership is about service, sacrifice and making meaningful contributions, regardless of the position or capacity one occupies", encourage the younger generation and upcoming youths to embrace responsibility and contribute their quota to the development of the kingdom.

He said, "You do not necessarily need to occupy an important position before making an impact. Whatever capacity you find yourself, make yourself useful, remain committed, support worthy initiatives and be part of the solution.

"Our collective contributions, no matter how little they may seem, will go a long way in building the Gbaramatu Kingdom and, indeed, the Ijaw nation we all desire," he stressed.

Engr. Ayetan dedicated the award to the Almighty God, whose grace, wisdom, and strength have sustained him throughout his journey of service; to the good people of Gbaramatu Kingdom, particularly the youths, whose resilience, aspirations, and determination continue to inspire his commitment to community development; and to his family for their unwavering love, prayers, encouragement, and support.

"Finally, the award is dedicated to every young person who believes in service, sacrifice, unity, and the collective responsibility of building a better Gbaramatu Kingdom," he concluded.