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…
“We’re building a road on water—on creeks, on streams. What more can I say? We have demonstrated our commitment to opening up the riverine communities. It is crucial for every community to be connected by road. I assure you, we will not stop; the second phase will also continue.”
As the melodies soared through the air, we were reminded of the power of music to bring people together, transcending boundaries and embodying the spirit of togetherness. This is the essence of what we aim to build in Bayelsa—a vibrant entertainment landscape that attracts visitors from near and far.
By Robinson Ere Erebi It was a nostalgic homecoming for many alumni as members of the Government Secondary School Okporowo-Ogbakiri (GOSSO) Old Students Association gathered in Ogbakiri, Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, for their May meeting held on Saturday, May 2, 2026. For several attendees, including this reporter, the visit rekindled memories of…
For those of us who revered him as a leader, a visionary, and a relentless advocate for the Izon people, there could be no more fitting way to celebrate his legacy than through the pages of this book. My intention is to honor him, a man who dedicated his life to uplifting the Niger Delta region and its people.
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has said offering palliatives was not the lasting solution to the economic hardship in the country. Senator Diri made the remark when he spoke during the Easter Sunday service at the St. Peter’s Anglican Church in his community, Sampou, Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area of the state. The governor…
Yesterday (Thursday), I was in Abuja and most of you saw the video trending. The opposition is now jittery and are telling lies. Of course, that is in their character.
“This is a project we have been talking about for many years. But it is now being actualised. So, let me extend my heartfelt gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for his steadfast support and commitment to the development of Bayelsa State.”
“This singular action has boosted the confidence of our people in the commitment of the Federal Government to promote equitable regional development across the country, particularly in addressing the unique social, environmental, and developmental challenges facing our region.”
The UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has emphasised the importance of birth registration, saying it identifies a child as an entity, not just a statistic. The UNICEF Country Representative to Nigeria, Mr Peter Hawkins, said this on Sunday in Abuja when he featured on the special flagship News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Forum. NAN reports that…
