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Hon. (Engr.) Rodney Ambaiowei, the Honourable member representing Southern Ijaw Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, extended his warm congratulations to Hon. Kuroakegha Dorgu on his recent appointment as the Executive Chairman of the Bayelsa State Physical Planning and Development Board by His Excellency, Governor Douye Diri. In a media statement, Hon. Ambaiowei expressed his…
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru Reuters asked rhetorically in a report on Thursday if President Bola Tinubu is “Baba Go-fast” in apparent reference to the quick reforms his two weeks old administration is undertaking in the economic sphere. The well respected news agency wrote: “Nigeria’s new President, in office for less than a month, is pushing to…
…Promises more developmental projects Hon. Rodney Ambaiowei The newly sworn-in Honourable member of the House of Representatives for Southern Ijaw Federal Constituency Engr. Rodney Ambaiowei has expressed appreciation to the good people of Southern Ijaw for their support. He reaffirmed his commitment to providing his constituents through a more effective representation. While speaking with the…
President Bola Tinubu delivered a speech on Democracy Day, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the June 12, 1993, presidential election that was annulled by military fiat. He paid tribute to Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, the winner of the election, who sacrificed his life in defense of democracy. Tinubu emphasized the need to protect and…
Fellow Nigerians,It is exactly three decades today that Nigerians went to the polls to exercise their inalienable right to elect a President of their choice to lead the transition from military dictatorship to a representative government of the people. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu The abortion, by military fiat, of the decisive victory of Chief Moshood…
…Urges Unity and Inclusiveness The Bayelsa State Governor Sen. Douye Diri has inaugurated the 7th Bayelsa State House of Assembly and congratulated the newly elected Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abraham Ingobere, Deputy Speaker, Hon. Michael Ogbere, and all other members of the House. Governor Diri urged the legislators to prioritize the interests of the people and…
The Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State Dr. Dennis Otiotio has expressed appreciation to former President Muhammadu Buhari for his establishment of the Federal University of Agriculture in Bassambiri, Bayelsa State. Dr. Otiotio also thanked the former Minister of Petroleum (State) Chief Timipre Marlin Sylva for facilitating the establishment of the University…
The Bayelsa State Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Dennis Otiotio, has expressed his support for the decision of President Bola Tinubu’s decision to phase out fuel subsidy. He made this known during a meeting with party leaders and supporters in the state on Wednesday. Dr. Otiotio stated that the removal of…
By Robinson Erebi As Bayelsans, we must acknowledge the progress made by Governor Douye Diri in his first tenure. Despite this, the opposition parties are attempting to unseat him by bringing up old files of projects initiated by past governors. It is clear that their goal is to win the election, not to improve the…
Nigeria has a new President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who was sworn in on May 29, 2023, as the 16th president of the country. In his inaugural address, President Tinubu spoke about the Nigerian ideal and his commitment to building a better society for all Nigerians. He acknowledged the challenges the country has faced but expressed…
