PANDEF therefore calls upon the relevant authorities, most especially, President Bola Tinubu, as the father of the nation, and the National Assembly, led by our own son, Senator Godswill Akpabio to act without delay to restore democratic governance in Rivers State. The prolonged political crisis in the state has created an environment of instability and uncertainty that directly impacts the well-being of everyday citizens.
โPresident Bola Ahmed will deliver his address from the National Assembly. All other plans are in order as announced earlierโ.
โAs a coastal state, Bayelsa lies below the sea level and consequently faces the risks associated with ocean rise. About 70 per cent of its land area is occupied by rivers and it borders the Atlantic Ocean on its three senatorial flanks.
Moreover, insiders within the APC have raised alarm about Tinubu’s relationship with Adeleke, arguing that it seems unfair to prioritize the governor at the expense of dedicated party members. The unease centers around past instances where Tinubu’s political maneuvers appeared to undermine party candidates.
By Godknows Boladei Igali Prologue Beyond the mere platitudes associated with longevity of earthly sojourn, late Chief E.K. Clark (97 years) and late Pa Ayo Adebanjo (96 years) exemplified extraordinary service to Nigeria and the generation they lived in. Their lives, separated at death by just three days, were marked by courage, resilience and a…
“In my presentation during the panel session themed: โMulti-Level Governance of Coastal Cities and Regions,โ I emphasised the primacy of collaborative governance among global, national and sub-national stakeholders in order to save communities threatened by ocean rise and coastal erosion in our region and in Bayelsa.”
We must stop calling this โnatural death.โ This was murder by government negligence. In a country that throws billions at political cronies, gives lawmakers millions in wardrobe allowances, funds endless pilgrimages and jamborees, a professor had to be paraded online like a beggar, with students scrambling to raise funds just so their teacher might live. And even that wasn’t enough. The system choked him to death slowly just like it’s doing to thousands of others right now.
We celebrate Governor Diri’s remarkable leadership, which has transformed Bayelsa State’s landscape. His dedication to progress, growth, and citizens’ welfare is truly commendable. We appreciate his visionary approach, resilience, and commitment to excellence.
Your visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to peace, and passion for the progress of Bayelsa State continue to inspire hope and transformation across every sector of our dear state. As a beacon of wisdom, humility, and service, your legacy of inclusive governance remains deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
