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 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.
“The people of Bayelsa are desirious that “historical injustices related to the inequitable allocation of resources, alongside the glaring disparities in the creation and distribution of local government areas were corrected.”
As the media landscape evolves, Sam Amuka-Pemu’s legacy will continue to serve as a guiding light. His devotion to truth, integrity, and compelling storytelling is a constant reminder of journalism’s crucial role in shaping public opinion and advancing national development.
“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”
“We were only protesting peacefully when the army came and started shooting into the air,” said a protester who requested anonymity for fear of reprisal. “One of our brothers was attacked on his farm and left for dead. Instead of addressing the issue, they are now turning against us.”
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.
Life in the Niger-Delta Region can be quite challenging, consequent upon the negative environmental impact on the communities. Bayelsa State is one that has suffered the indescribable effects, of the hazardous ecological effect of oil prospecting in the area. The Bayelsa State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Biriyai Dambo, SAN in a chat with This…
