“Everyone speaks good of Lawrence. He was a good man who related well with people. It is very difficult to find a politician who rose to the position of deputy governor to be well spoken of in this manner.”
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Gov Diri, Lawmakers, Sportsmen, Others Honour Late Bayelsa Dep Gov
Activities to honour the legacies of the departed Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, kicked off on Tuesday with a variety of sporting events at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex in Yenagoa.
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The events included a novelty football match, athletics, tug-of-war contest by civil servants, traditional wrestling and para-wrestling bouts.
In the novelty football game, Bayelsa Queens played out a goalless draw against a selected side of the Bayelsa State All-Stars team.
“On behalf of the South-South Governors Forum, I extend our warm birthday wishes to His Excellency, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, on his 51st birthday.
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South-South Governors Celebrate Fubara At 51
The South-South Governors Forum (SSGF) extends hearty felicitations to their Brother-Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Sir Siminalayi Fubara, on his 51st birthday.
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Chairman of the regional governors body and Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, in a statement on Wednesday, described Governor Fubara as a humble servant of humanity and the people of Rivers State.
The statement noted Fubara’s exemplary leadership qualities that have endeared him to the Rivers people as well as his tireless effort and commitment to the peace and greater good of the state.
“On behalf of the South-South Governors Forum, I extend our warm birthday wishes to His Excellency, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, on his 51st birthday.”
“Words cannot adequately capture the deep sense of loss that l feel today. l miss his advice. My heart aches. Lawrence, where are you?”
Reaffirming the long-standing position of the Ijaw people, the INC stressed that no part of Ijaw land or waterways has ever been, nor will ever be, part of the Biafra Republic. According to the Congress, such misrepresentation not only distorts historical and cultural realities but also risks creating unnecessary tension among ethnic nationalities in the Niger Delta and beyond.
“I thank all of you for joining my family at this solemn event. Most of you have been with us for days, particularly the cleargy. You have always been there for us whenever you are called upon.
“On this day, and every day, let us ensure we do not forget those whose sacrifices have made peace and safety attainable. We know that behind every medal lies a story of sacrifice. Families who have lost breadwinners; veterans who have had their lives altered in their prime; and many who live with wounds, visible and invisible, that demand our practical compassion as much as our respect.”
“It is with great grief that we came to condole with you, the Ewhrudjakpo family and the entire state over the loss of this noble man that once served to the best of his ability”
“As a state, we have to be disciplined and orderly. Part of our problem as a country is the non-compliance with our laws. For the great armed forces, I salute you, your strength and cooperation with Bayelsa.”
‘Bayelsa is united for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and united for APC. This unity will deliver our candidates in future elections.”
