

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…

World Food Day: Bayelsa Procures Modern Rice Processing Machines
“We are happy to hear that prices of essential commodities are dropping. We encourage more people to go into cassava production so that the price of garri will be stable.”

Ambassador Okoyen Celebrates 60th Birthday with Memorable Events in Abuja
The atmosphere was filled with camaraderie and excitement as participants and guests toasted to the Ambassador’s milestone and contributions to public service and sportsmanship.

Gov Diri, Speaker, Other Lawmakers Quit PDP
“After extensive consultation, today the 15th day of October 2025, I wish to formally notify you that in keeping with the extant protocols, I Governor Douye Diri, do hereby resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party.“After extensive consultation, today the 15th day of October 2025, I wish to formally notify you that in keeping with the extant protocols, I Governor Douye Diri, do hereby resign my membership of the Peoples Democratic Party.”

Douye Diri, Speaker Ingobere, Top Officials Resign From PDP: What Next For Bayelsa Politics?
“I have resigned my membership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) along with the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abraham Ingobere, other members of the State Assembly, elected Local Government officials, my commissioners and other appointees. While this decision has become imperative for obvious reasons, I would like to appreciate our supporters and the good people of Bayelsa State for your understanding.”

Bayelsa Signs Solar Panel Production Deal
Bayelsa was chosen for the project having been identified as a strategic industrial hub with favourable infrastructure, logistics, and workforce to host such a facility.”

Vehicle Manufacturers, Innoson, To Build CNG Plant In Bayelsa
“I assure you that we are putting in place the right environment to enable investments thrive in terms of peace and security, infrastructure and our independent power supply, which will ensure uninterrupted electricity.”


PANDEF Chairman Igali Pledges Support to Ijaw Students’ Union
On behalf of PANDEF, I will support you as much as possible for you to succeed in your NUIS Elective Conventions, scholarship advocacy, and school outreach programmes.”

Igali to Chair Amassoma Community’s Maiden End-of-Year Party and Honours in Port Harcourt
The organizers noted that the event would not only celebrate unity but also recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of the community and society at large. Ambassador Igali will also be conferred with the prestigious “Most Prominent Outstanding Award” in recognition of his empowerment initiatives and leadership contributions.

Igali, Dignitaries Honour Alamieyeseigha at 10th Memorial Lecture
Speakers at the event emphasised Alamieyeseigha’s pivotal role in the struggle for resource control and true federalism, noting that his contributions remain relevant to contemporary debates on Nigeria’s political structure.