Category: News
Houston Proclaims July 5 as Ijaw Convention Day: Celebrating Ijaw Culture and Leadership in the Diaspora
“We have a responsibility to stand for what is just and true. We must see ourselves as one and work collectively towards our shared success and progress regardless of our political differences. Let us eschew the habit of pulling down one another. Let us nurture the need of love and tolerance in our lives and promote the virtues of unity and sacrifice in our communities”.
Governor Diri Celebrates the Safe Return of Justice Ebiyerin Omukoro: A Commitment to Security in Bayelsa State
“I have directed that all those involved in the kidnapping of Justice Omukoro be arrested and prosecuted in line with the laws.”
Gov Diri Lauds Security Agencies As Abducted Bayelsa Judge Regains Freedom
While assuring residents of the state of their safety and security, Governor Diri restated his warning to criminally-minded individuals to steer clear of Bayelsa as his administration had invested much resources to guarantee peace and security of the state.
Gov Diri Congratulates Re-elected NGE President, Anaba
“Fake news and deliberate falsehood have become a challenge for the media and our society. The NGE should make concerted effort to tackle the scourge as it endangers good governance, peace, unity and development.”
Diri Campaigns Against Drug Abuse, Trafficking
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, on Thursday, led a campaign against drug abuse and illicit trafficking as part of activities commemorating the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Governor Diri advised people of the state, particularly the youths, to shun hard drugs and trafficking of illicit substances, saying they were harmful…
Chief C. S. Ambaiowei Memorial Prize Debuts at the University of Africa, Toru-Orua
The annual Chief C. S. Ambaiowei Memorial Prize, endowed by the Ambaiowei Family, is designated for the Best Graduating Student in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Management Sciences at the University of Africa, Toru-Orua (UAT).
Diri Approves Automatic Employment For UAT First Class Graduates
As Visitor to the UAT, Diri announced the appointment and investiture of Dr. Nwachukwu Nnam Obi III, Ogba of Ogbaland in Rivers State, as the institution’s Chancellor.
Sen. Douye Diri’s Thank You Tour in Southern Ijaw: Celebrating Support and Unveiling Development Projects
“We took the Yen2agoa-Oporoma-Ukubie road from Igeibiri to Angiama after constructing the Aguobiri Bridge. We are currently constructing the bridge from Angiama to Oporoma, which will link Oporoma by road this December. There is also a road to Otuan, we are constructing the Angiama-Eniwari road, and we have approved the construction of a free technical college at Oporoma, along with various other projects in Southern Ijaw LGA.”
Okilo, Jonathan Exemplary Advocates Of Non-Violent Politics, Says Gov Diri
“Today is for appreciation. The government still thinks about your welfare and I assure you I will inaugurate the Akaba-Okodi road before leaving office.”
