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Bayelsa Govt: Siasia Stadium Work Ongoing, We’re Not Waiting For FG

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   The Bayelsa State Government has dismissed reports that construction work on the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa has stalled because the state is awaiting funding from the Federal Government.   The state government described the report as false and misleading, insisting that work on the stadium, which it said was being developed to FIFA standards, was ongoing.   The Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy, Mrs Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, stated this on Friday while briefing journalists during the June and July 2026 Transparency Briefing in Yenagoa.…

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Diri: My Choice Of Akpe As Deputy Was No Mistake

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Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has said his decision to appoint Dr. Peter Akpe as his deputy was not a mistake, describing him as a competent, loyal and humble politician whose appointment had been vindicated by his performance in office. Diri spoke at a grand reception organised by the people of Ebedebiri community in Sagbama Local Government Area to honour Akpe. The governor, who was represented at the event by top government officials and political stakeholders, said the large turnout for the reception demonstrated the acceptance and goodwill enjoyed…

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How IYC Can Re-invent Itself – Gov Diri

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa       Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has urged the new leadership of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) to reinvigorate the body to propagate the ideals for which it was formed.   Governor Diri stated this when the 10th IYC president, Dr. Doubra Okotete, his executive and other stakeholders paid a courtesy visit to Government House, Yenagoa.   A statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah said the governor charged the leadership to work together to bring the council back on…

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Diri Raises Scrabble Classic Prize To N40m, Orders Introduction Of Game In Bayelsa Schools

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has increased the prize money for the annual Diri National Scrabble Classic from N20 million to N40 million, while directing the introduction of scrabble into secondary schools across the state to promote intellectual development among students. The governor announced the new incentives at the closing ceremony of the sixth edition of the tournament in Yenagoa, declaring that the winner of the Masters category in the next edition would receive N5 million, a significant increase from the current prize. Diri…

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Bayelsa Vows Massive Healthcare Investment Amid NMA Call For Better Medical Services

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to sustained investment in healthcare infrastructure, medical personnel, technology and emergency response systems to improve access to quality healthcare services across the state. Governor Douye Diri spoke at the 30th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the Nigerian Medical Association, NMA,in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State A statement by the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Deputy Governor, Mr. Doubara Atasi said the Governor was represented by his Deputy, Dr. Peter Akpe, who described healthcare as a major…

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N20m Up For Grabs As Over 300 Players Converge For 6th Diri National Scrabble Classic

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   Top scrabble players across Nigeria and the West Africa sub-region are warming up for the sixth edition of the Governor Douye Diri National Scrabble Classic. The World English Scrabble Players Association (WESPA) and Pan African Scrabble Association (PANASA)-sanctioned tournament, which is the biggest in the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) calendar, is scheduled for August 1 and 2, 2026 in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital. The first day of the event will hold at the Matho Crystal Hotel, Imiringi Road, Yenagoa while the final games and…

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70 Years After First Oil, Jonathan Urges Industrialisation Over Crude Exports

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Former President Goodluck Jonathan, has disclosed that Nigeria would only achieve meaningful economic diversification if it develops local industries that support oil and gas production rather than relying on crude oil exports. Jonathan stated this while speaking as chairman at the 2026 Sweet Crude Dialogue held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, with the theme, “Through the Python’s Eye: 70 Years of Oil and Gas Production in Nigeria.” According to him, “Exporting crude oil alone generates revenue but does little to diversify the economy or create sustainable employment.…

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Obanena-Elect Of Otakeme Vows To Unite Community After 55-Year Interregnum

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   The Chief Executive Officer of Renew Empire Nigeria, Engr. Gospel Obolo, the Obanena-Elect of Otakeme community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, has pledged to prioritize unity, peace and inclusive governance as he prepares to take the throne after 55 years without a paramount ruler.   Speaking in an interview after a meeting with the Council of Chiefs, community leades, women and youths, Obolo said the task ahead is significant given the long period the ancient community has existed without an Obanena.  …

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Police Arrest Three Bayelsa Ministry Staff Over Alleged N500 Million Equipment Theft

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   The Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested three staff members of the State Ministry of Labour, Employment and Productivity over the alleged theft of government equipment valued at more than N500 million.   The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Musa Mohammed, disclosed this in a statement issued in Yenagoa.   The arrested suspects were identified as Wadi Igiran, 51, from Biseni community in Yenagoa LGA, a hairdressing instructor; Nikade Sunday, 59, from Agbere community in Sagbama LGA; and Azabia Yakie, 59, from…

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Bayelsa Govt Unveils New Welfare Package, Approves Additional Allowances

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    ….Recommits To Prioritizing Workers’ Welfare     By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa     The Bayelsa State Government, on Monday, unveiled a laundry list of fresh approvals covering new allowances, promotion arrears, and other welfare packages for workers in the state’s mainstream civil service, local government and education sectors, running into billions of naira.   This is even as the state government reiterated its irrevocable commitment to prioritizing the welfare of workers and strengthening its bureaucracy to deliver more dividends of good governance to the people.   According to…

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