

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…

Unity and Support: A New Chapter for the Prosperity Administration and George Turnah Football Club
For clarity, my earlier directives were triggered by the unlawful “inauguration” of a parallel Ward Executive Committee for Ogbia Ward 9 by the State Working Committee, following the refusal of the authentic WEC to suspend me from the Party without justification. Such actions contradict the democratic values that Governor Diri upholds. I doubt that he would endorse such illegality, leading to my decision to withdraw my prior directives.

Diri: In Five Years, My Administration Paid N20bn Gratuity Arrears
“At this fifth anniversary of our administration, we have paid over N20 billion as gratuity and pension to retired citizens and we will continue to ensure that they receive them. Before we leave office, we would have cleared the backlog.”

Bayelsa High Court Issues Interim Injunction Against George Alabh Turnah
The Bayelsa State High Court in Suit No: BYHC/YHC/CV/73/2025 Hon. Solomon Agwanana & 2 Ors v Barr. George Alabh Turnah & Anor has granted an interim injunction restraining George Alabh Turnah from participating, attending any meeting or carrying out any function as a member or officer of the Peoples Democratic Party pending the hearing and…

Sen. Diri Mourns The Passing of Chief Edwin Clark, A Pillar Of The Ijaw Nation
As the Ijaw nation reflects on the passage of this exceptional sage, we take solace in his matchless contributions to national development.

Bowei Family Cancels Onanaowei Lake Fishing Festival In Ikibiri
The Bowei family strongly advises the public not to trespass on their land under the pretense of participating in the fishing festival at Onanaowei Lake, particularly on February 21st and 22nd, 2025.

Jonathan Flags Off New Bayelsa Stadium Project
“The construction of this ultra-modern stadium aligns seamlessly with our broader agenda, not just for sports, but for the comprehensive development of our urban landscape.”

U.S. shuts Abuja Embassy, Consulate General in Lagos
The United States has announced the closure of its Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos on Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of Presidents’ Day. The announcement was made on its X handle on Sunday. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria stated that normal operations would resume on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. “The U.S….

Bayelsa @5: Gov Umo Inaugurates Another Project In New Yenagoa City
“We have come a long way as brothers in this same terrain, which some see as a curse. But we like to prove that this terrain is not a curse. Rather it is a blessing to the people and to our region.

IN PA AYO ADEBANJO, WE MOURN A GREAT TITAN OF OUR NATION
Indeed, until his passing, Pa Adebanjo was the co-founder and deputy chairman, alongside Chief E.K. Clark, in the Southern and Middle Belt Forum—a platform that brings together leaders from the South East, South South, South West, and North Central regions. This forum continues to play a crucial role in promoting dialogue and understanding across Nigeria’s diverse regions, including close interraction with Arewa Consutative Forum and Northern Elders Forum.

Gov Diri A Unique Unifier, Says Former First Lady
“As our mother (Dame Jonathan) had said, once a governor emerges, we all need to rally round and support him to succeed. As a result of your support and the peace we have in Bayelsa, we have been able to achieve so much.”