“Very few public servants have had the breadth of experience, responsibility, and perspective that her journey presents. What makes today’s occasion even more remarkable is that while carrying the enormous responsibilities of her office, she has found the time and discipline to reflect, write, and document her experience.”
“PANDEF is engaging with leaders of various political parties on issues pertaining to the Niger Delta and the country at large. We had a very fruitful discussion, and we appreciate the fact that the NDC has become a leading national movement and perhaps the party of choice for many Nigerians today.
By Sen. Henry Seriake Dickson I want to address the misguided and sponsored propaganda against the NDC from Dr. Umar Ardo; someone I call a friend and political ally for several years. Dr. Ardo’s consistent propaganda against the NDC, especially knowing my involvement as founder and national leader, is shocking and speaks to a lack…
“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.”
PANDEF salutes, in particular, their individual and collective contributions to the sustainable development and enduring peace of the South-South region. Even more profound is their continued impact on nation-building and democratic consolidation, anchored on equity, fairness, and justice. PANDEF also takes this opportunity to acknowledge and salute other leaders and selfless citizens whose strenuous efforts, though often unheralded, remain vital to the progress of our region.
“Words cannot adequately capture the deep sense of loss that l feel today. l miss his advice. My heart aches. Lawrence, where are you?”
“On a nostalgic, historic note, let me say that this particular visit leaves a very sour taste in my mouth. I would have preferred since handing over in 2020 to you that I visited here on a happy occasion.
For almost 15 years, jihadist terrorist groups such as Boko Haram and affiliates of ISWAP, ISIS, al-Qaeda, and, more recently, groups like Lakurawa and Wulowulo, have wreaked unimaginable havoc. They introduced suicide bombing in Nigeria and began a murderous campaign, especially in Borno State, from which it gradually spread across the northeastern part of our country.
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.
Today, we make a solemn appeal to all critical stakeholders, party faithfuls, community leaders, and political actors across our senatorial district: Let the zoning arrangement stand. Let the Senate seat rotate back to Ekeremor Local Government Area, while the House of Representatives seat returns to Sagbama Local Government Area, in line with the agreed formula.
