By Timipre Marlin Sylva I once read a play by Prof. Ola Rotimi of blessed memory titled: OUR HUSBAND HAS GONE MAD AGAIN. In the prevailing circumstances in Bayelsa State, I thought that play should have been about a Governor who goes mad from time to time. Seeing statements credited to Gov. Douye Diri at…
It is essential to address the lack of equity, fairness, and justice in the current system, where other regions benefit greatly from the resources of the Niger Delta, while the owners are excluded.
“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.”
As we celebrate this significant milestone, Hon. Rodney fervently prays to the Almighty God to continue preserving your esteemed life and blessing you with robust health.
: “There are threats to peace and security across the nation, not only our state. We have heard from reliable sources that the impending protest is being sponsored. While we appeal to the youths of Bayelsa to avoid being used, especially by failed politicians, let me sound a note of warning to all those sponsored to kill our people that this will never be allowed in Bayelsa State. We have empowered the security agencies to deal with such people.
“As the Hon. Member Representing Southern Ijaw Federal Constituency, any community can call me that this is their problem. I’m not bigger than any community, I’m not even bigger than any individual here because you elected me to represent you. Your matter is my matter.”
The Revamp Niger Delta Now Movement is gearing up for a major national protest in Bayelsa State, despite calls from politicians and traditional rulers to abandon the organized event. The group is determined to peacefully demonstrate the frustrations of angry and hungry Nigerians who are tired of failed government policies. From August 1st to 10th,…
“You won’t have to do it anymore. Four more years, you know what? It would be fixed, it would be fine, you won’t have to vote anymore, my beautiful Christians. I love you christians. I’m a Christian”
… Gov. Diri participates at Sampou/Kalama Ward 6 … Charges new executive to foster unity Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State today participated in the ward congresses of his party, the People’s Democratic Party that held across the 105 Wards in the State. The Governor who was at his Sampou/Kalama Ward 6, in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local…
