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“I sincerely appreciate the love, kindness and support shown to me today. This celebration came as a pleasant surprise, and I am deeply grateful to the Auditor-General and my wonderful colleagues for making my birthday so memorable. May God richly bless and reward each of you for your generosity and goodwill.”
YENAGOA, BAYELSA STATE — Heartfelt tributes and warm felicitations have continued to pour in as Mrs. Timinipere Robinson-Ere marks her 53rd birthday, with her husband, Robinson Ere Erebi, paying glowing tribute to her exemplary character, unwavering support and invaluable contributions to their family. In a touching birthday message, Robinson Ere Erebi described his wife as…
“Youth determine the present and future of every state and nation. Their role in the development of their environment, no matter where they are, cannot be overemphasized. Unlocking their potential is therefore a major responsibility for government, private enterprises, civil societies and the youth themselves,.”
Abuja, Nigeria – The Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr. Aminu Yusuf, has called for greater investment in Nigeria’s young population, stressing that the country’s future depends not on its population size alone but on the opportunities created for its citizens, particularly young people. Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja ahead of…
“America left Nigeria because American soldiers’ lives are in danger. They’re afraid to work with our security because their lives are in danger.”
The annual Ogbo-Tein Tuwa Erein Oge Festival is one of Ikibiri’s foremost cultural events, aimed at promoting the community’s rich heritage, strengthening unity among its people, and fostering development through collective participation.
By EMTV News YENAGOA, BAYELSA STATE — The Grand Finale of the 2026 Obunem Epie Festival came to a colourful close in Opolo Autonomous Community, with a renewed call for the preservation of cultural heritage and greater investment in youth development, education, and innovation. Chairman of the occasion, His Highness Barr. Osomkime Edwin Blankson, Owulovie…
“As we begin this new chapter, I remain committed to working with all stakeholders to advance amputee football in Nigeria, promote inclusivity, and ensure the growth and development of our federation for the benefit of all athletes and stakeholders.”
“To ignore the Blue Economy in Bayelsa would be to ignore Bayelsa itself. That is why, following the initiative of the Federal Government, Bayelsa is not merely a state with a bespoke ministry, we are a national model for how to institutionalise and mainstream the Blue Economy at the sub-national level.”
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has charged the South-South Development Commission (SSDC) to carry along states of the region in its development agenda. Senator Diri gave the charge on Wednesday during the courtesy visit of the pioneer management of the commission led by the chairman, Hon. Chibudom Nwuche, to Government House, Yenagoa. The…
