Hon. Walamam Samuel Igrubia Resigns from PDP
“I remain loyal to the Governor and his administration’s vision for Bayelsa, and I’m committed to continuing our collective efforts in serving the people under his leadership.”
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Diri: We Tried to Salvage PDP Before Joining APC
“You have built bridges where there were barriers. You have lit homes where there was darkness. This is what it means to govern with empathy. So, we welcome you into this fold to watch and support you as you champion what you have always done.”
Diri Makes Historic Move, Declares Support for Tinubu and APC
“After wide consultations and careful consideration, we have today formally joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). This was a strategic, collaborative decision… taken in the best interests of our people and for the accelerated development of the state.”
Governor Douye Diri Joins APC, Endorses Tinubu for 2027
I am grateful for the leadership and accommodation of His Excellency, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and thank you for the award of the second phase of the historic Nembe-Brass road and for other interventions in the state.
Diri’s Strategic Move to APC: A New Dawn for Bayelsa and the Niger Delta
The alignment of the Prosperity Agenda with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda is a strategic and progressive step that will further facilitate greater infrastructural expansion, manpower development, and socio-political rejuvenation for Bayelsa State and the wider Niger Delta region.
Joining APC In Bayelsa Interest, Says Gov Diri
“Somebody had to take the decision (to leave the PDP) and I took it on behalf of the state. I took it in the best interest of the state. Some of you might not understand now but later it will be clear to all.”
Ogbuku Refutes False Arrest Report, Denies Rift with Governor Diri
The attempt to link the governor to political controversies or rumours of arrest is both misleading, mischievous, and unnecessary”
APC Chieftains Dismiss Fears of Implosion Over Gov. Diri’s Rumoured Defection
“Contrary to Mr. Nabena’s fears, Governor Diri has proven himself to be a unifier—an inclusive leader committed to working with all stakeholders for the collective good.”
Tompolo Leads Niger Delta Push Urging Jonathan to Drop 2027 Presidential Bid
“It is true, the meeting held. Niger Delta stakeholders believe President Tinubu has done a lot for the region — look at the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, the university approved for Ogoni land, and several other projects. The consensus is that the region should back Tinubu’s second-term bid. That was what Tompolo came to discuss with the former President.”
Constitution Review Committee Backs Creation of Additional State in South-East
When created, the South-East will be on par with the South-South, South-West, North-Central, and North-East zones, each of which currently has six states. The South-East remains the only geo-political zone with five states—Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Imo.
