No Going Back On Agge Seaport, Says Gov Diri
“For Bayelsa being a marine state, we saw that a Daniel had come to judgment and we took advantage of this to establish a similar ministry in our state.
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HISTORY AND THE HISTORIAN: PROFESSOR E.J. ALAGOA AT 90
By Godknows Igali In a great show of what is referred to in Latin as ‘Opus Laudatio’, – preeminent praisework, the Nigerian nation gathered in Yenagoa on Saturday August 26, 2023, to celebrate one of the country’s living legends, Professor Emeritus Ebiegberi Joe Alagoa. Earlier, on April 14, 2023, this historian of lauded value and…
Africa Wrestling Championships: Gov. Diri Rewards Oborududu, Other Medalists
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has announced cash rewards to Olympic silver medalist, Blessing Oborududu, and other wrestlers from the state in the Nigerian contingent that participated in the 2023 Africa Wrestling Championships and the Africa Beach Games in Tunisia. Senator Diri, who congratulated the athletes for their impressive performance, said they not…
Congratulations to Former Miss Tarilate Alaibi and Mr. Tonye Seimodei on Their Marriage
We are grateful to God for bringing their hearts together and we pray that our Heavenly Father blesses their marriage with protection, peace, and abundance.
Advocating for Constitutional Reforms: A Call for True Federalism in Nigeria
Bayelsa State advocates for the restructuring of the country based on the principles of fiscal federalism, which includes full control of all natural resources located onshore and offshore within the federating states. We propose that 40 percent of the tax be paid to the federal government, while states retain 60 percent of the revenue generated from their resources.
Eid-ul-Adha: Governor Douye Diri Greets Muslims
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has sent warm wishes to the Muslim faithful in the state and across the country on the occasion of the Eid-ul-Adha celebration. Governor Diri said the celebration is significant as Muslims mark the festival of sacrifice at the end of the Hajj pilgrimage. He urged adherents of Islam…
Obordor Named Director-General of PDP Campaign Council for Bayelsa Polls
The Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State has inaugurated its governorship campaign council for the November 11, 2023 election in the State. The event, which held at the Party’s Secretariat, Okaka, Yenagoa, has the member representing Ogbia Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Hon. Mitema Obordor, as it’s Director-General. Other members of the re-election…
FG Unveils Pension-Backed Loan Scheme to Empower Retirees
“This programme leverages pension income, offering retirees tailored, low-interest loans that are both secure and sustainable”
The Enduring Role of Traditional Rulers in Nation Building: Reflections on the 10th Coronation Anniversary of Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi
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…
Top Literary Body Honours Sylva for Contribution to Literature
…hails the ex-minister’s contributions towards development of art in Nigeria. Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Bayelsa State, His Excellency Chief Timipre Marlin Sylva has been awarded the most Literary Supportive Public Servant by the Abuja Writers Forum. Presenting the Award in Abuja, the Director of the AWF Mr Emman Shehu described Sylva…
