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World Environment Day 2026: Bayelsa Govt To Tackle Climate Change, Environmental Degradation

June 17, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga Yenegoa -Bayelsa State marked World Environment Day 2026 with a call for bold climate action, blending policy, culture, and youth engagement under the global theme “Inspired by Nature, for Climate, for Our Future”. Governor Senator Douye Diri was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Nimibofa Ayawei, who restated the administration’s commitment to tackling climate change and environmental degradation head-on. In his remarks, Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Ebi Ben Ololo, commended Governor Diri for approving the state’s observance of World Environment Day…

Gov Diri, Ingobere, Oforji, Others Preach Unity, Cultural Renaissance At Okolede Festival

June 14, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has urged citizens to make deliberate efforts to revive positive aspects of Ijaw traditions and culture that are fast fading into extinction. Governor Diri made the call at the grand finale of the 2026 Ekpetiama Okolede New Yam Festival held in Gbarantoru, Yenagoa Local Government Area. He was represented by his Deputy, Dr. Peter Akpe A statement by Mr. Doubara Atasi Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Deputy Governor said the Governor expressed concern that the…

How Gov. Diri Is Telling Bayelsà Story Through Transformative Development

April 22, 2026 Admin

By Osaro Okhomina In the last few months, the prosperity government of Gov. Douye Diri has opened new chapters in the history of the state with the commissioning of legacy projects across the three Senatorial districts of the state. The first chapter of these transformative stories was launched by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his recent visit to the state. The immediate past Vice President of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, undertook the second series. The history cut across different sectors as health, power generation and inauguration of multiple…

Gov Diri Inaugurates City Boy Movement Executive, Unveils Secretariat In Bayelsa

April 15, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Doyle Diri has inaugurated the state, senatorial and the local government coordinators of the City Boy Movement as well as unveiled its Secretariat. Speaking during the event, Governor Diri expressed appreciation for the group’s mobilization efforts in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress, APC. Represented by the Special Adviser on Political Affairs, Chief Collins Cocodia, Governor Diri congratulated the movement for what he described as the “massive job” it is doing for the state.…

Tinubu Inaugurates Legacy Projects In Bayelsa As Diri Hails Infrastructure Milestone

April 11, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday commissioned four major legacy projects executed by the administration of Governor Douye Diri, an event the governor described as historic and a turning point in the state’s development trajectory. Welcoming the President to Bayelsa, the “Glory of All Lands,” Governor Diri thanked him for honoring the state despite his demanding national schedule. He said the large turnout of residents reflected public gratitude and confidence in the President’s leadership. Governor Diri credited Federal Government policy…

Gov Diri Expresses Confidence, As State Chief Judge Swears-in New Deputy

February 25, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa The Chief Judge of Bayelsa State, Hon. Justice Matilda Ayemieye, on Wednesday, swore in Dr. Peter Akpe as the new deputy governor of the state following the demise late deputy governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. A statement by Daniel Alabrah, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Diri noted that Dr. Akpe, until his nomination by Governor Douye Diri and subsequent clearance by the state House of Assembly, was the Chief of Staff, Government House. He becomes Bayelsa’s sixth deputy governor under the democratic dispensation…

Prosperity Cup: Over 200 Teams Set To Participate As Competition Kickstart On Feb 26 In Bayelsa

February 19, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Government has announced the commencement of the 2026 edition of the Prosperity Cup, in partnership with FC Barcelona of Spain. The announcement was made by Governor Douye Diri during the weekly Prosperity Walk held at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa. Governor Diri was officially handed branded jerseys for clubs representing Nembe Bassambiri and Nembe Ogbolomabiri, symbolising the start of the tournament and acknowledging his role in fostering peace between the previously warring sections of the…

Four NSCDC Personnel Arrested in Connection With The Death Of Peresuode Patrick

February 5, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Police Command said four personnel attached to Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps, that allegedly accompanied the prime suspect, Bodmas Kemepadei to Ammasoma to arrest Peresoudei Patrick and later assaulted him have been arrested. According to the by Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Musa Mohammed ‎Peresoudei Patrick was arrested and taken to Bodmas Kemepadei residence in Yenagoa and was reportedly assaulted before his death. The statement stated that State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID is also interrogating the Investigating Team attached…

Sen Dafinone Mourns Bayelsa Deputy Governor’s Death

December 12, 2025 Admin

Senator Ede Dafinone has described the death of Senator Lawrence Eghrwudjakpo as shocking a s devastating that has left the entire nation and Urhobo nation in particular in a deep mourning state. He described the late Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State as a principles politician that is committed to public servant. He said, ‘I received the news of the passing of Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, with deep shock and profound sadness. “His sudden collapse on Thursday and subsequent death at the Federal Medical…

Breaking: Bayelsa Deputy Governor Dies In Office

December 11, 2025 Admin

Bayelsa State deputy governor, Senator Lawrence Eghrwudjakpor has been confirmed dead while in office. Though the cause of his death could not be ascertained,it was learned that the deputy governor slumps and died in his office. Senator Lawrence Eghrwudjakpor hails from Ofoni community of Ekeremor local government area of Bayelsa State and he refused to defect to the All Progressives Congress, APC, when his immediate boss, Governor Douye Diri joined the APC few weeks ago. Unconfirmed reports disclosed that the late deputy governor was intending to succeed Governor…

Delta Govt Condemns Violence in Effurun, Orders Arrest of Perpetrators July 28, 2026
The Delta State Government has strongly condemned the violence in Effurun, on Sunday. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, in a statement issued on Tuesday, said the state government was deeply disturbed by videos of the incident circulating on social media and other online platforms. Aniagwu, however, […]
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N20m Up For Grabs As Over 300 Players Converge For 6th Diri National Scrabble Classic July 28, 2026
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, […]
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Pressure Mounts On Burutu Councillors To Deny Chairman Rift, Remain Silent On ₦2.5m Projects, Hold Tuesday Sitting July 28, 2026
Fresh controversy has engulfed Burutu Local Government Council in Delta State, as councillors are reportedly under intense pressure to publicly deny reports of a rift with the council chairman, even as they continue to maintain silence over the controversial ₦2.5 million allegedly released to each councillor for ward projects. The development comes as the Legislative […]
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Akpimegi Hails Okorugbo’s Installation as Okpako Orere of Ofuoma July 27, 2026
The President-General of the Ughelli Descendants Union (UDU), Olorogun Samuel Akpimegi, has congratulated Pa. Thomas Oboerhidjoma Okorugbo on his installation as the Okpako Orere of Ofuoma Community, describing the honour as a fitting recognition of a lifetime of wisdom, humility and unwavering commitment to the peace and development of the community. In a congratulatory […]
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NBA Polls: Dafinone Hails Okoro, Okpomor’s Election, Says Victory Reflects Urhobo Excellence July 26, 2026
Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated two prominent Urhobo legal practitioners, Chief Oghenero Okoro and Mrs. Gladys Aghogho Okpomor, on their election into key national offices of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). In a congratulatory message, Dafinone described Okoro’s emergence as First Vice President of the NBA and Okpomor’s election […]
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Theo Mukoro Abandons Omo-Agege, Meets, Backs Oborevwori, Urges APC To Unite For Delta’s Progress July 25, 2026
Former APC Campaign Coordinator in Ughelli North Local Government Area, Olorogun Theo Mukoro, has abandoned his political godfather, Senator Ovie OmoAgegeTheo Mukoro Backs Oborevwori, Urges APC To Unite For Delta’s Progress and declared unwavering support for Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, urging members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to embrace unity and […]
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Anambra Police Reject Extortion Allegations Against Senior Officers, Restate Anti-Corruption Stance July 25, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has dismissed allegations circulating on social media that senior police officers benefit from extortion allegedly carried out by personnel deployed at the Onitsha Bridge Head, describing the claims as inconsistent with the values and operational standards of the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Command’s […]
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Oyede Community Begins New Era As Oborevwori Presents Staff Of Office To Pioneer Ovie July 25, 2026
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged the newly installed Ovie of Oyede Kingdom in Isoko North Local Government Area, His Royal Majesty, Sir Engr. Goodnews Goodman Agbi, PhD, Athuaro I, to provide purposeful leadership rooted in wisdom, fairness, humility and compassion. Speaking through the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, at the presentation of the […]
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Oborevwori Congratulates New NBA President, Two Deltans On Election Into National Executive July 25, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her historic election as the first elected female President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), describing her emergence as a milestone for the legal profession and a victory for merit, excellence and gender inclusion. The governor also felicitated with two […]
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Ondo Police Arrest Four Officers Over Viral Stop-and-Search Video, Launch Probe July 24, 2026
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested four police officers captured in a viral social media video allegedly making unprofessional and ethnically insensitive remarks to a member of the public during a stop-and-search operation along the Lagos–Benin Expressway. Addressing journalists in Akure on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the […]
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