Bayelsa To Set Up LG Teams Against Oil Theft
“The issue of oil theft and oil bunkering are of serious concern in our local government areas and since the federal government has involved states and local governments in combating the menace, all hands must be on deck to stamp it out.”
Gov. Diri Congratulates New Super Eagles Head Coach, Finidi
*Says NFF Went For Merit Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has congratulated Bayelsa-born newly appointed Head Coach of the Nigerian national football team, Finidi George. Governor Diri also commended the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for appointing the new Super Eagles tactician based on merit. He stated this on Thursday during the draws for…
Bayelsa Hands Over Stranded Fishermen To Sao Tome And Principe
Bayelsa State Government has formally handed over three fishermen who lost their way on the Gulf of Guinea to the Sao Tome and Principe Head of Mission in Nigeria. Speaking in Government House, Yenagoa, during the formal handover on Thursday night, Governor Diri lauded the local fishermen in Okpoama community in Brass Local Government of…
President Buhari Apologizes to Nigerians for Any Offences
Buhari at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa during the final Salah homage marking Eid El-Fitr on Friday, April 21, 2023. Photo: State House President Muhammadu Buhari, with only 38 days left in office, has appealed to Nigerians for forgiveness for any hurt he may have caused during his tenure. The President also thanked…
PANDEF Commends President Tinubu and SHELL on Bonga North Oil Deal
PANDEF will continue to work with the Federal Government, the political leaders of the area and the community leads to ensure that the right environment exists for the future growth of the oil and gas industry in order to deliver robustly to the national economy and the South-South.
Celebrating a Legacy of Service and Leadership: Remembering Godspower Okpoi
Rest in peace, Chief Godspower Okpoi, Uwou Kpata-Owei Keni of Agada Kingdom; your legacy will forever inspire.
Jonathan Influenced My Political Journey – Diri
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has disclosed how former Nigerian President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan’s political calculations influenced his political journey to the National Assembly and eventually his present office. Speaking on Thursday at a service of songs in honour of late Madam Ani-Gunn Rhoda Ikiogha, mother of a former Chief of Staff, Government…
Bayelsa Rolls Out Dry Season Farming Programme
All of us should engage in farming, including all appointees. It is a clarion call to own a farm no matter how small. We are prepared to support farmers to change the narrative and ensure food security.
A Heartfelt Tribute to the Late Godspower Ebimotimi Okpoi
“The Ikibiri community, please be comforted that your great son has gone. You’ll have a lot more to replace him because there are many Okpois in Ikibiri land. To Bayelsa State, we have lost a very great accountant. To his colleagues, a professional associate and friend is gone. Be comforted by the life he lived. But most importantly, to the Okpoi family, be comforted that your great son has lived a life worthy of emulation. After all, the Psalmist said we can only be remembered by the works we have done.”
GOV. DIRI ENDS ANNUAL LEAVE, RESUMES WORK IMMEDIATELY
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, today ended his annual leave and will resume his official duties immediately. A statement by his spokesperson, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, on Monday, informed that the Bayelsa Governor, who went on a three-week leave on November 25, will resume on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Governor Diri expressed appreciation to…
IYC President Commends Timaya for Annual Concert in Yenagoa
The President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, Sir Jonathan Lokpobiri Snr, has commended Bayelsa-born international musical icon Inetimi Alfred Odom, known by his stage name Timaya, for his initiative in organizing a complimentary concert in Yenagoa annually. According to his Chief Press Secretary, Tari Agai, Jonathan Lokpobiri made the commendation during a conversation…
Southern Ijaw Students Demand Attention from LGA Chairman
In an open letter addressed to Hon. Target Segibo, the student body lamented a lack of engagement from his office, highlighting difficulties in communication and the perceived indifference of his appointees.
Bayelsa State Governor Approves Installation of Surveillance Cameras to Enhance Security in Yenagoa
The use of technology as a critical enabler for security and law enforcement operations has received priority attention through the phased implementation of a Safe City Programme, which incorporates revamping a legacy 50 camera system and addition of 200 cameras to enhance surveillance and domain awareness.
