Diri Urges Suspension of Planned INC Executive Inauguration Amid Leadership Dispute
“As a leader of the Ijaw nation, my uppermost concern and responsibility is to ensure that our people are united and co-exist in harmony.”
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2027: Seek Office Within The Law, Gov Diri Urges Aspirants
*Bayelsa Receives Commonwealth, Other Awards Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has advised politicians in the state to pursue their ambition within stipulated laws as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 elections. Governor Diri also implored politicians to exercise restraint during the political season as politics was a means to serve the…
2027: Dr. Coronation Tokpo Joins Southern Ijaw Assembly Race
“I shall introduce laws and resolutions that will promote economic activities and engender development in Otuan, Amassoma, and Amatolo. By the grace of God, I will also use the legislative office to collaborate with the executive arm of government to attract meaningful projects and empower our people.”
Ambaiowei Files for Re-Election, Seeks Second Term to Deepen Impact in Southern Ijaw
Hon. Engr. Rodney Ebikebina Ambaiowei has formally taken a bold step toward continuity and greater service delivery by collecting, completing, and submitting his APC Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for re-election into the House of Representatives. His decision reflects a clear commitment to sustain and expand the developmental strides already recorded across Southern Ijaw…
APC Primaries: Southern Ijaw Group Backs Ambaiowei’s Re-Election Bid
The Southern Ijaw Progressive Forum, a socio-political group in Bayelsa State, has called on political stakeholders, party leaders, and fellow aspirants to support Hon. Engr. Rodney Ebikebina Ambaiowei’s bid to return to the House of Representatives, following his clearance to contest in the upcoming party primaries. The group made the appeal in Yenagoa during a…
Bayelsa Assembly Aspirants Undergo Screening, Pledge Effective Representation
By Godgift Obodo Saturday, April 25, 2026, was a significant day as vibrant Bayelsans from Yenagoa Constituencies I, II, and III, who have indicated interest in contesting the forthcoming Bayelsa State House of Assembly elections, underwent screening exercises, under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Speaking with journalists about his ambition, one of…
Preye Bagou Dumps NDC for APC, Apologizes to Gov. Douye Diri
Practicing journalist and blogger, Preye Bagou, has officially resigned his membership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement released to newsmen on Wednesday, Bagou reiterated the need to realign with the ruling party at both the state and federal levels in order to contribute more…
Debate Intensifies Over Bayelsa East Senatorial Seat as Calls Grow for Competence-Based Representation
Among the names being mentioned in ongoing conversations is Barrister Adigio Inangaebite Austin, whom some political observers describe as a strong contender. Supporters point to his professional background and perceived leadership qualities as factors that could enhance representation for the district.
Ebiseni Hails INC Democracy, Urges More Women Representation
“The Ijaw Parliament is the true manifestation of our existential reality… a melting pot of audacious representatives committed to the advancement of the Ijaw cause.”
APC Releases Timetable, Fixes Presidential Primary for May 15–16 Ahead of 2027 Elections
Abuja, Nigeria — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially unveiled its schedule of activities and timetable for the 2027 general elections, setting the stage for a series of party processes beginning in April 2026 and culminating in primaries across all elective positions in May 2026. According to the timetable issued by the party’s National…
