Bayelsa Rolls Out Dry Season Farming Programme
All of us should engage in farming, including all appointees. It is a clarion call to own a farm no matter how small. We are prepared to support farmers to change the narrative and ensure food security.
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A Heartfelt Tribute to the Late Godspower Ebimotimi Okpoi
“The Ikibiri community, please be comforted that your great son has gone. You’ll have a lot more to replace him because there are many Okpois in Ikibiri land. To Bayelsa State, we have lost a very great accountant. To his colleagues, a professional associate and friend is gone. Be comforted by the life he lived. But most importantly, to the Okpoi family, be comforted that your great son has lived a life worthy of emulation. After all, the Psalmist said we can only be remembered by the works we have done.”
GOV. DIRI ENDS ANNUAL LEAVE, RESUMES WORK IMMEDIATELY
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, today ended his annual leave and will resume his official duties immediately. A statement by his spokesperson, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, on Monday, informed that the Bayelsa Governor, who went on a three-week leave on November 25, will resume on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Governor Diri expressed appreciation to…
IYC President Commends Timaya for Annual Concert in Yenagoa
The President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, Sir Jonathan Lokpobiri Snr, has commended Bayelsa-born international musical icon Inetimi Alfred Odom, known by his stage name Timaya, for his initiative in organizing a complimentary concert in Yenagoa annually. According to his Chief Press Secretary, Tari Agai, Jonathan Lokpobiri made the commendation during a conversation…
Southern Ijaw Students Demand Attention from LGA Chairman
In an open letter addressed to Hon. Target Segibo, the student body lamented a lack of engagement from his office, highlighting difficulties in communication and the perceived indifference of his appointees.
Bayelsa State Governor Approves Installation of Surveillance Cameras to Enhance Security in Yenagoa
The use of technology as a critical enabler for security and law enforcement operations has received priority attention through the phased implementation of a Safe City Programme, which incorporates revamping a legacy 50 camera system and addition of 200 cameras to enhance surveillance and domain awareness.
Prosperity Projects: We Are Walking The Talk- Information Commissioner
…As DG New Media Reiterates Commitment To Connect Rural Communities By Road …670 metres Angiama-Oporoma bridge reaches 70 percent completion Bayelsa State Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy, Hon. (Mrs.) Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, stated that projects under the prosperity administration led by Governor Douye Diri are visible to all, as the government is matching words with…
WHY PRINCES BECOME PERFECT DIPLOMATS: A PRECIS ON PROF. IBRAHIM GAMBARI AT 80 YEARS
Ibrahim Gambari’s dynasty are indigenes of one of the most historic and idyllic families of Ilorin, which itself is a town of many distinctive features that is a microcosm of the cultural and linguistic diversity of Nigeria.
Progress on the Nembe-Brass Road: A New Era of Connectivity in Bayelsa State
“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.”
