The 10th Senate’s Legislative Betrayal
By Darlington Onyebuchi Agoha The halls of the National Assembly, intended to safeguard the will…
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…
BYSEMA Chairman Igrubia Congratulates Deputy Governor Peter Akpe, Praise Diri’s Leadership Choice
The BYSEMA Chairman, applauded the Governor, Senator Douye Diri for what it described as a dependable choice in partnership that would further strengthen the leadership architecture of the state, adding depth, balance, and renewed momentum to the collective drive toward sustainable development and inclusive governance.
Israeli Strike Kills Senior Iranian Military Figures, Sparks Regional Tension
Reports from The Jerusalem Post indicate that the Basij chief, his deputy, and the head of the IRGC Aerospace Force have reportedly been killed in what the Israeli military describes as an unprecedented precision operation. Analysts are describing the development as one of the most significant blows to Iran’s command structure since hostilities escalated last…
Erebi Hails Akpe’s Appointment as Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Describes It as “Divine Blessing for the State”
“Your exemplary political leadership and outstanding performance in previous administrations, especially in your immediate past role as Chief of Staff, speak volumes about your humility, loyalty, competence, and capacity.”
Diri Hails Peace Accord Among INC Candidates Over Leadership Transition
“I want to assure you that we will utilise the 30-day window granted by the convention to ensure that the election is successfully conducted. All appropriate organs of the INC will commence work immediately, while we monitor the process of the withdrawals.”
Why the Ijaw Nation Needs Professor Franklin Erepamo Osaisai as INC President
Professor Osaisai has at heart the overriding need for unity and oneness among the Ijaw people. He abhors divisive tendencies, recognizing them as mere distractions from the larger goal of progress.
Court Injunction Forces Suspension of INC 2026 Presidential Elections
“The crisis was occasioned by a court injunction procured by one of the presidential candidates who wanted the process stopped. That injunction was served, and the INC, being a law-abiding institution, has agreed to comply with it.”
Prof. Erepamo Franklin Osaisai for INC President
A vote for Prof. Osaisai is a vote for visionary leadership, unity, and sustainable development of the Ijaw Nation.
The 10th Senate’s Legislative Betrayal
By Darlington Onyebuchi Agoha The halls of the National Assembly, intended to safeguard the will of the people, have instead become the site of a profound democratic regression. By rejecting the mandatory real-time electronic transmission of election results in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and the 10th Senate have effectively…
Diri Urges Bayelsans To Participate In 6th SDD Marathon
“Today, we resume from our weekly Prosperity Walk break. The crowd might not be as we expected, but I believe that as we continue, more people will join from next week.”
Bayelsa Exco Holds Valedictory Session For Ex-Commissioner
“To his immediate family, dependents, and all who held him dear, I extend, on behalf of the government and people of Bayelsa State, our heartfelt condolences. We know that words may seem insufficient in the face of such a loss, but we offer them nonetheless as a token of our solidarity and our respect. Your husband, father, brother, and relation was a worthy son of Bayelsa, a committed public servant, and a man who left a legacy of service,”
