“The crisis was occasioned by a court injunction procured by one of the presidential candidates who wanted the process stopped. That injunction was served, and the INC, being a law-abiding institution, has agreed to comply with it.”
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, recently met with HRM King Biobelemoye Josiah, the Amanyanabo of Opu-Nembe Kingdom, and his Council of Chiefs at the Government House, Yenagoa. During the meeting, Governor Diri expressed his condolences to the people of Opu-Nembe over the recent loss of lives and reiterated his stance on ending the conflict…
“I extend a warm invitation to our Ijaw brothers and sisters in the Diaspora to redirect their focus towards their ancestral homeland. I am pleased to assert that our state boasts the most secure and welcoming environment for professionals and entrepreneurs to thrive, as well as for individuals to relax and unwind, setting us apart as a haven among other states in the country. We eagerly anticipate the opportunities to collaborate with our brethren to unlock the vast potential that our state has to offer.”
“Today I’m standing here in front of you as your king and as part of the government. Today I am apologising personally.”
“The purpose of the appointment is for effective governance and fulfilment of the vision of the prosperity of the state. It is in accordance with the provision of Section 196 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, as amended.”
“I am happy with the progress achieved so far on the construction of the new Commissioner’s quarters and those for the State Lawmakers at the New Yenagoa City. Glad to note that the contractors are on site pushing for the completion of the projects including the different internal roads within the area. We are working towards the completion of the various projects”
“The legacy of our heroes calls for a Nigeria where justice, equity, and prosperity are tangible realities for all citizens. It is about ensuring that policies and actions bring about meaningful and positive outcomes, addressing the needs of all Nigerians, and working towards the common good.
By Chuks Akunna Chief Timipre Sylva became Bayelsa governor on May 29, 2007. On April 15, 2008, the Court of Appeal nullified his election, ordering fresh elections. Sylva won the re-run polls. When his tenure was about ending in May 2011, he secured a court order that his tenure began in 2008, not 2007. That…
By Godknows B. Igali In virtually all cultures of the world, the age of 90 is not only venerated but also seen as signifying the attainment of the full life cycle and the apogee of spiritual growth. Beyond that, this age is considered as the epitome of accumulation of knowledge and insight into the things…
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has announced a major operational reform in the Nigeria Police Force with the creation and nationwide deployment of Violent Crime Response Units (VCRUs). Naijapunchnews reports that the new units will replace Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams across the country. Disu disclosed this on Tuesday during an emergency…
