Tag: Sen. Douye Diri
Bayelsa Electricity: Power From IPP Won’t Be Free – Gov Diri
“As you know, to maintain these equipment and the gas to fire them, even though it is on our soil, we will spend money to procure it from the company. So it is not free. For there to be constant electricity everybody must pay for it. It is pay as you consume.”
Keku Godpower Salutes Nigeria at 65 and Bayelsa at 29
From the East to Central and West Senatorial Districts, they acknowledged the visible imprints of the Prosperity Administration—impacting lives, expanding opportunities, and building systems rooted in equity, peace, and inclusion. With courage, foresight, and passion, the Governor has, they said, continued to steer the state towards security, stability, and sustainable growth.
Ambaiowei Hails Nigeria at 65, Bayelsa at 29, Reaffirms Commitment to Constituents
“As we celebrate these momentous occasions, I am excited about the prospects for our nation and state,” Ambaiowei stated. “With unity, effort, and dedication, we will overcome our challenges and build a brighter future for all.”
Bayelsa Celebrates Two New SANs
“This is another historic day in the life of our state. Since its creation, this is the first time we are producing two Senior Advocates at the same time. God perfects everything at His own time.”
Igbo Community a Pillar of Unity and Development in Bayelsa — Prof. Ayawei
“These projects will boost commerce and make Bayelsa a preferred destination for investors.”
Diri Highlights Strategic Importance of Gulf of Guinea to Bayelsa
“Bayelsa’s unique geography grants us unmatched prospects for oil and gas exports, maritime logistics, fisheries, and coastal trade. Our dual identity as an energy powerhouse and custodian of delicate ecosystems defines both our responsibilities and opportunities.”
Diri Seeks National Dialogue on Local Government Creation
“From the beginning of my tenure till today, I have consistently spoken about true federalism. We cannot afford to have Bayelsa, which produces the oil and gas for Nigeria, with only eight local government areas, while some states have 40 or 44. It is injustice.”
Ford Foundation, IWG Draw Global Attention To Bayelsa Oil Pollution In New York
“For decades, Bayelsa has been on the frontline of energy production, supplying the oil and gas that power our nation’s economy and bolster global energy security. Yet alongside this contribution has come an incalculable cost: widespread pollution, degraded farmlands, poisoned rivers and creeks, compromised health, and far too often ruined livelihoods. For decades, our people…
Governor Douye Diri Engages Global Leaders at UNGA, to Deliver Keynote on Gulf of Guinea Opportunities
As part of my itinerary, I will also on Thursday be delivering a keynote address at the High Level Roundtable on the Gulf of Guinea. This is an event that is significant to Bayelsa State’s growth and economic advancement as our state, which borders the Atlantic Ocean on three flanks, makes deliberate inroad into tapping…
Diri Receives NULGE’s Best Governor Award As Bayelsa Clears N12bn Pension Backlog
“The moment you retire at 60 or 65 years, you become a senior citizen and you are entitled to your gratuity. In other climes, it is taken for granted. Therefore we should not celebrate it”
