Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, on Thursday, led a campaign against drug abuse and illicit trafficking as part of activities commemorating the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Governor Diri advised people of the state, particularly the youths, to shun hard drugs and trafficking of illicit substances, saying they were harmful…
Here are some of the highlights of the far reaching decisions taken today at the Federal Executive Council meeting, chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The implementation involves merging, subsuming and scrapping agencies with similar functions. The Oronsaye report was submitted in 2012 to the Jonathan administration. In 2014, the Jonathan government released a white…
Contrary to the misleading information being circulated on social media platforms, that armed thugs dressed in Police Uniforms invaded Nembe Bassambiri community, on 12 August 2023. The Bayelsa State Police Command wishes to state categorically that a detachment of Mobile Policemen (PMF) and SWAT operatives from Force Headquarters, Abuja carried out a sting operation in…
“As you move on to other responsibilities, we see you as an ambassador of Bayelsa State and we urge you to portray our state in a positive light.”
Don’t get us wrong: President Jonathan reserves the right to run if he wishes. It is his inalienable right to contest the presidency again. President Tinubu will wholeheartedly welcome him if he decides to enter the race. But Jonathan will have his date in the court of the land. Indeed, the jury will determine whether Jonathan, who was sworn in twice as president, satisfies the constitutional requirements and is eligible to contest the presidency and be sworn in, if successful, for a third term in office.
*Knocks Xenophobia In South Africa *Yenagoa, Banjul Sign Pact Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has advocated for greater inclusion and opportunities for women in governance and leadership positions across Africa. Senator Diri contended that the continent’s progress will be accelerated when women with potential and vision were integrated into critical spheres of decision-making….
Bayelsa State and Spain’s football giant, Barcelona, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a football academy in the state. The Commissioner for Sports, Dr. Daniel Igali, signed on behalf of the state government while Mr. Bernat Villa Garris signed on behalf of Barcelona during the grand finale of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football…
By Jones Abiri Schools in Niger Delta region for several years, that ought to have been prioritised by the previous management team of acclaimed technocrat were neglected and abandoned. One of such area was digital learning in both Primary and Secondary schools which were in a deplorable state prior to the inauguration of Chief (Dr)…
“Let us all work hand in hand to maintain the cleanliness and sanctity of Ogbopina-Ama. Together, we can make a difference and create a better, healthier environment for everyone”.
Kwarra has prioritized capacity building within the Commission. He initiated training programmes aimed at equipping staff with the necessary skills to handle modern data collection and analysis techniques. This investment in human capital has not only improved the efficiency of the NPC but has also fostered a culture of continuous learning and development. He approved training and retraining for members and staff of the Commission including drivers to build capacity and close skill gaps. 61,548 personnel were trained on census methodology and process.
