“I do not agree with anybody who refers to Bayelsa as small. Bayelsa is big enough. It is injustice for Bayelsa to have only eight local government areas while others that are not as big have more. Let us stand for one another. This country can only develop when we operate true federalism.”
“As a Council, we remain focused on delivering impactful projects that will enhance the quality of life in our communities and drive sustainable growth in line with the Assured Prosperity Agenda of His Excellency, Governor Douye Diri”
PANDEF expects that the Referendum Provision should be explicitly included in both the Federal and State Constitutions, enabling citizens to exercise their sovereign will on major policy decisions.
“We had our own agenda,” he admits, highlighting the complex motives behind Buhari’s recruitment. This was not merely about military might or political ambition; it was an urgent call to restore order and safety in the face of escalating violence. Convincing Buhari to enter the political fray was no easy task, as he initially responded to the overture with hostility towards politics. Nonetheless, after considerable persuasion and strategic discourse, they secured his involvement.
With recent developments suggesting progress in reconciliation efforts, there is growing anticipation that Governor Fubara may soon return to office as part of a broader political settlement aimed at restoring stability in Rivers State.
The founding fathers of the PDP envisioned a party that would play a pivotal role in not just national governance, but as a beacon of hope for the black race globally. Regrettably, that vision has become obscured, diminishing Nigeria’s stature on the world stage and overshadowing our influence as a leading voice within Africa.
“There is no state without some level of insecurity. No government can give you total security. But we will continue to solve the issues as they arise.”
“Today, we can see a performing local government chairman. This is an example for every other local government to emulate and we expect to see more of these projects.
The former minister went on to express his disdain for Israel, labeling it a “child-killing, mass murdering, ethnic cleansing” state. Such claims, though contentious, resonate with a segment of the global population that feels empathy for the Palestinian plight and views Israel’s actions through a critical lens. Fani-Kayode’s call for justice and peace, while perhaps well-intentioned, raises critical questions about the nature of peace in a context so charged with historical grievances and violence.
