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Activist Faults Claims Over Decentralization Of Pipeline Contract

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   Bayelsa State Chairman of Third Phase of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) and Street Coordinator for Peace across the Niger Delta, Comrade Stanley Abiri, alias Faceless’ has faulted the comments made by one Jude Gbaboyor and his cohorts l over the pipeline surveillance contract awarded by the Federal government to the Tantita Security Services Limited. Reacting to the recent calculated media attacks on the personality of High Chief Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo and the Tantita Security Services Ltd, a statement made available to…

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APC Adopts Direct Primaries For National Assembly Elections In Bayelsa

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   The All Progressives Congress in Bayelsa State has commenced the process of selecting candidates for the House of Representatives and Senate seats. Chairman of the Electoral Panel, Chief Solomon Ogba, who disclosed this in a briefing in Yenagoa, pledged to conduct a fair and transparent direct Primaries elections. Ogba noted that all relevant institutions involved in election conduct were present, adding that all sensitive and non-sensitive materials had been distributed to polling areas across the state. “The APC in Bayelsa State has decided to rely…

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BYERA Details Framework To Attract Investment, Protect Consumers In Electricity Market

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa       The Director General of the Bayelsa Electricity Regulatory Agency, Dr. Rosalyn Dressman, said the BYERA (Licensing and Market Entry) Regulations 2026 is designed to attract investment, protect consumers, and establish a credible state electricity market under the Bayelsa State Electricity Law 2025. Speaking at the stakeholder review forum in Yenagoa, Dr. Dressman explained that the regulations go beyond administrative procedure. “These regulations are a fundamental tool for attracting investment,” she said. “They also protect consumers, regularize the participation of existing operators, and create…

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Otobo Assures Better Government-Grassroots Relationship In Assembly Quest

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa         Assembly aspirant Kaizer Otobo has submitted his expression of interest and nomination forms for the Ogbia Constituency II ,seat in the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, expressing confidence in securing victory.   Speaking to newsmen shortly after submitting his form, Otobo described himself as a “grassroots general,” said he was optimistic about his chances if he faced any challenger.   On what he intends to do differently if elected, Otobo said his priority would be to close the gap between government and…

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Bayelsa Assembly Aspirant Dimaro Submits Nomination Forms, Pledges Unique Representation

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  By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa     An aspirant for the Bayelsa State House of Assembly seat for Ekeremor Constituency II, Dr. Felix Dimaro has formally submitted his expression of interest and nomination forms, describing the process as effective and smooth.   Dimaro, who obtained and completed the forms with all required nominations signed, was accompanied by party supporters to the submission venue in Yenagoa.   Speaking after the submission, the aspirant said his leadership would bring a distinct approach to representation, anchored on advocacy and service to the people.…

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Bayelsa Senator Reaffirms Commitment To Deliver Dividends Of Democracy If Re-Elected

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   The Senator representing Bayelsa East Senatorial District, Senator Sunday Agadaga, has assured constituents of his commitment to deliver more development projects and empowerment programmes if re-elected. Speaking in an interview with newsmen on his plans for the district, Senator Agadaga said he has “good intentions” for the people and has already executed interventions to improve their living conditions. “I have done a little to change their lives by giving them different projects and empowerment, providing food, clothing, and applying for building materials which are yet…

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Former Youth Leader Killed Amid Chieftaincy Dispute In Baylesa Community

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      The Ogboinbiri community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, has been thrown into mourning following the killing of former Youth President, Mr. Dennis Ofolo, amid a protracted chieftaincy crisis in the area. Community sources said Ofolo, a prominent youth leader, was allegedly murdered as tensions over the traditional leadership dispute escalated. Residents described the deceased as a peaceful and selfless leader who, during his tenure as Youth President, promoted unity and advocated for youth welfare in Ogboinbiri. His death has been described as a…

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Diri Administration Rules Out Abandonment Of Projects In Bayelsa

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  …Declares N56B as Q1 Surplus   By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   The Prosperity Administration of Senator Douye Diri has reiterated its resolve to complete all projects within his tenure, assuring that no ongoing projects would be abandoned. Bayelsa State Commissioner for Information, Strategy and Orientation, Mrs Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, made the disclosure during the income and expenditure for January to March 2026, reflecting prudent management of public resources under Governor Douye Diri. Koku-Obiyai said the administration has prioritised completing legacy projects across the three senatorial districts. She recalled that President Bola…

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Bayelsa IPAC Elects, Inaugurates New Executive Committee

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    By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa       The Inter-Party Advisory Council, IPAC, the umbrella body of all registered political parties in Bayelsa State, has elected and inaugurated a new executive committee to steer its affairs.   The election was conducted by the National Chairman of IPAC, Alhaji Yusuf Dantalle, alongside other national officers, and supervised by the Independent National Electoral Commission’s Head of Election and Party Monitoring, Mr. Francis IKim.   Those inaugurated include: Chairman, Mr. Simeon Imomotimi, Deputy Chairman, Pst. Mrs. Peace Oruama, Secretary, Mr. Victor Ben,…

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

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  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.…

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