As the National Chairman of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Amb. Igali expressed his gratitude to Bayelsa State Governor, His Excellency Sen. Douye Diri, for approving the vital infrastructure project that will enhance connectivity in the region.
Uber today announced expansion of its operations in Nigeria extending to Owerri, Imo state and Akure, in Ondo state. The new cities now make Uber’s presence felt in 11 Nigerian cities among the 18 cities across West Africa. The ride hailing company said these expansions signal more access to earning opportunities for drivers and affordable,…
*Says Niger Delta Ministry Lacks Inclusiveness Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has urged the Federal Government to consider renaming the East-West Road in the South-South region to reflect its real location and status. Governor Diri also called on the Federal Government to ensure more inclusiveness in the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs in order…
New details pertaining to the mastermind responsible for the killing of sixteen (16) soldiers recently in Okuama, a community in Ughelli South local government area of Delta State have emerged. The militant leader (name withheld) currently on the run, along with his gang members, killed the soldiers who were on a peacekeeping mission to the…
PANDEF is hopeful that in setting up this new Commission, Mr President will carefully select competent and tested hands with cognate skills and experience to ensure that this body plays its complimentary role to the efforts of our Governors in delivering sustainable development to the region, which continues to contribute immensely to the sustenance of the Nigerian national economy for decades.
By Godknows Boladei Igali On July 16, 2025, I had the esteemed honor of participating as a speaker at a Special Colloquium celebrating the 10th Coronation Anniversary of the revered Deji of Akure, His Imperial Majesty Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi. This event was not only a celebration of a decade of leadership but also an…
“Bayelsa is open for investment and we are looking at what can be done in agro-processing and how to develop our oil palm estate, which has immense potential but still at its teething stage. Based on this partnership, we can establish factories and industries that will foster the relationship between Brampton and Bayelsa.”
“The primary schools are in dire need of classroom furniture so the government deem it fit and approved my request. As I’m talking to you, in a couple of days, I’m going to deliver the needed items to the Headmasters. Ninety percent of procurement is done. And by the grace of God, from now till next week, over 300 classroom furniture will be handed over to the Headmasters”.
An accomplished Environmentalist, a believer in the noiseless delivery of selfless service to both his immediate community, Oro-Ukpabang and humanity as a whole. Born into the iconic family of Late Engr. Robin Oku Ukpong and Late Madam Akon Oku Ukpong of Udung Uwe Village in Urue Offong Oruko, Akwa Ibom State.His father was the first…
“Be innovative in your approach in finding solutions. True leadership lies not just in thhe decisions that will be made by the commissioner and all other decision-making bodies, but more importantly the implementation of those decisions, and you are at the helm of affairs.”
