The South-South Governors and leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), have endorsed President Goodluck Jonathan for a second term in office. This was the highpoint of the communiqué presented by the former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Chibudom Nwuche at a meeting in Calabar, Cross Rivers State, convened by the National Chairman of the PDP, Alhaji Adamu Mua’zu as part of his zonal tour of the south-south. Speaking at the event, Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Seriake Dickson said the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP is in the process of building a new Nigeria under the leadership of…
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The member representing Sagbama/Ekeremor Federal Constituency of Bayelsa State in the House of Representatives, Hon Stella Dorgu, is set to launch her pet project, the Ayamara Foundation. The event, which is billed to hold on the 6th of August, 2014, at the International Conference Center, Abuja, will bring together, political stakeholders, captains of industry, the diplomatic community, amongst others. Expected at the event are Wife of the President, Dame Patience Jonathan, Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Henry Seriake Dickson and his wife, Rachael, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Senator Bala Mohammed, His Royal Highness, Amalate Johnny Turner, amongst others.…
Governor Seriake Dickson has approved the sum of the N250m (Two Hundred and Fifty Million Naira) to offset the State government’s foreign scholarship obligations in Russia, Malaysia and other parts of the world. This is coming after the state government had only a few weeks ago done same for its students in the United Kingdom.The Governor, who also ordered the immediate release of the sum, restated his administration’s commitment to the welfare of all Bayelsans under government scholarships, stressing that, the state scholarships Board has been mandated to fast-track the remittance of the money to the students and the various…
Following the formal setting up and inauguration of the Bayelsa Volunteers to, among other things mobilize support for the government and work closely with the security agencies and constituted authorities in the various communities across the state to forestall any security breach, the government has decided to dissolve the Bayelsa Youth Development Committee. This is with immediate effect. The Government is, however, thanking the membership of the Youth Development Committees at the State and Local Government levels for their selfless and dedicated service to the restoration government and people of the state and wished them well in all their future endeavours.…
Late Ijaw music icon and legend, King Robert Ebizimor is to be given a State burial.The Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Henry Seriake Dickson announced this, while reacting to the news of the untimely and painful demise of the legendary singer. The Governor expressed deep shock, sadness and total disbelief over the news of the death of King Robert Ebizimor in a ghastly road accident. Reacting to the sad incident, Governor Dickson described King Ebizimor’s untimely death as a calamity and a monumental loss to Bayelsa State, the Ijaw nation and the people of the Niger Delta. The Governor, who was…
The Bayelsa State Executive Council has taken proactive measures to sensitize the people on the dangers of the dreadful Ebola virus following the recent outbreak of the virus in the country. The decision was one of the major resolutions reached at the 42nd State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Seriake Dickson in Government House, Yenagoa. Briefing newsmen at the end of the meeting, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ayibatonye Owei said, government has advised people against travelling to countries such as Liberia, Guinea and Sierra Leone, where the disease is endemic. According to Dr. Owei, 1,094 cases have…
Following the unfortunate kidnap of Madam Florentina Paulker, mother of Senator Emmanuel Paulker on which a Police Press Release was made on Wednesday 30th July 2014, the Government of Bayelsa State wishes to congratulate the security agencies for their swift response and subsequent pursuit leading to the apprehension of 4 suspects involved. The Bayelsa State Government has therefore, assured the Security Agencies of the needed support in their efforts towards a speedy and successful conclusion of the action to this incident. One of the prime suspects arrested within minutes of the distress call and 3 others arrested less than 6…
The Bayelsa State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the promotion of traditional values and customs that properly portray the true identity of its people. Governor Seriake Dickson stated this, when members of the Nembe-Bassambiri Council of Chiefs led by its Chairman, Chief Eferebo-Igoma paid him a courtesy call at Government House, Yenagoa, to formally announce the death of their monarch, King Ralph Iwowari. Underscoring the importance of culture, he identified non-challant attitude to upholding core values as a causative factor of moral decadence and other societal problems in contemporary times. Hon Dickson commended the chiefs and people of Nembe…
Chairmen of the thirty-two Rural Development Authorities in Bayelsa State have been charged to make service delivery to the rural people, their primary responsibility. They have also been told to ensure that, the policies and programmes of the restoration administration are properly disseminated to the rural dwellers. Governor Seriake Dickson, who gave the charge, while addressing the chairman at a meeting in Government House, Yenagoa, advised them to take steps in dispelling therumours, propaganda and falsehood being peddled by mischief makers for their selfish ends. The Governor, was however, full of praise for the Chairmen, over the prevailing peace in…
Stakeholders of Sagbama local government area have passed a vote of confidence on the Governor of Bayelsa State, Hon. Seriake Dickson in view of the positive impact his administration has made on the overall development of the state. Speaking during a meeting of the first Sagbama local government area Stakeholders Forum at Sagbama, headquarters of the LGA, Engr. Charles Dorgu, Chairman of the forum, advanced reasons that informed their decision to rally round Governor Dickson to enable him consolidate on his good works in the restoration and transformation of the state. According to Engr. Dorgu, the restoration government has engendered…
The Bayelsa State Government has enjoined Moslem faithfuls in the state to continue to live in peace with the adherents of other religions, noting that all religions are one and important, as the government will continue to give equal recognition to all of them. Governor Seriake Dickson gave the advice Monday, while hosting the Bayelsa State Muslim Community, who paid him a Sallah visit to mark the end of the Ramadan fast, at Government House, Yenagoa, said the state government appreciates the prayers, encouragement and support of the Muslim community in the state. In fulfillment of his promise to support…
Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Seriake Dickson on Monday said the state was able to attract various investments ranging from 100 to 500 million US dollars following the hosting of the just concluded State Investment and Economic Forum. The Governor, who made the assertion in a special live interview programmeon radio and television, noted that several investors were already holding talks with government officials to explore business opportunities in the state. According to Governor Dickson, the state has gained the confidence of investors through the creation of a friendly investment climate, including donation of land to encourage private sector participation to…
The Bayelsa State Government says it has released the sum of N200 million for the payment of bursary allowances to its students studying in institutions of higher learning across the country. Governor Seriake Dickson, who disclosed this while responding to a question during a live interview programme in Yenagoa on Monday, said the funds were already at the disposal of the state scholarships board for disbursement. Describing the amount released so far as the first tranche, he indicated government’s readiness to provide more funds to ensure that, all outstanding bursary entitlements are cleared soon. The Governor, however, urged the students…
The Bayelsa State governor, Hon. Seriake Dickson has felicitated with Muslims nationwide on the successful completion of the 30 days Ramadan fast and the celebration of Eid-el- Fitri and called on them to use the occasion to pray for the unity of the Country, especially as the nation prepares for the conduct of the 2015 general election. Also, he called for collaborative efforts in the fight against terrorism, describing the security situation in some parts of the Country as unacceptable. Describing Islam as a religion of peace, Hon. Dickson in his goodwill message called on the practitioners to follow the…
As one of the surviving members of Isaac Adaka Boro’s “Twelve day Revolution” Retired Captain Sam Owunaro clocks 70, Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State has described him as a true legend, hero and patriot of Bayelsa State, the Ijaw nation and the Niger Delta. In a congratulatory message to Retired Captain Owunaro, the Governor recalled the selflessness, commitment and dedication with which they fought for the oil producing minorities of the Niger Delta to be heard and be given their pride of place in the Nigerian nation. According to him, the Government and people of Bayelsa State and especially…
Gold medal winning members of the Nigerian wrestling team to the ongoing Glasgow Commonwealth Games have been promised handsome rewards by Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State. The Governor, who made the pledge when he visited the wrestlers at their games village camp in Glasgow, Scotland, reassured them of the total support of the government and people of Bayelsa State, most of whom are predominantly wrestlers and staunch followers of the sport. “Just do your best and make our state and country proud and we shall reward you handsomely. As a state and as a people, we have always believed…
Bayelsa State Government on Monday, declared N2 billion as the total amount available in its coffers after deduction of recurrent and capital expenditures spanning three months. Making this known during the monthly transparency initiative briefing for the months of April, May and June, 2014, the State governor through his Deputy, Retired Rear Admiral Gboribiogha John Jonah said, the declaration of the state’s monthly income and expenditure was in line with the administration’s policy of transparency and accountability. In his breakdown, Governor Dickson disclosed that, as at the end of April 2014, the state posted a balance of N14.87bn including balance…
Governor Seriake Dickson is to embark on a 3-day official visit to the United Kingdom. While, in the United kingdom, he will attend the wrestling event of this year’s commonwealth games in Glasgow, Scotland to support and the boost the moral and confidence of Nigeria’s wrestling contingent, made up of nine Bayelsans as well as participate in the Commonwealth Business Council, where he is expected to make a special presentation, among other programmes. Governor Dickson made the disclosure at an emergency state executive council meeting at Government House, Yenagoa. He explained that, the trip is also in fulfillment of his…
19 year old Miss Akwa Ibom, Iheoma Nnadi Friday emerged winner of the of the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, MBGN pageant, 2014 and carted away a cash prize of N3 million and a brand new car, amongst other prizes. The event, which was held at the Dr. Gabriel Okara Cultural Centre in Yenagoa, produced Miss Edo as first runner up, while the second runner up went to Miss Osun, Endurance Akpoyibo. Other awards presented at the pageant were, Miss Photogenic, which went to Erica Nlewedim of Kogi, Chinyere Adogu, of Kwara won Miss Charismatic, Miss Delta, Fortune Woko clinched…
The Bayelsa State Government rounded off its 3-day Investment and Economic Forum at the weekend in Yenagoa by signing Memorandum of Understanding with Proton Energy for the construction of 500mgw power plant and N25 billion SMEs development fund with the Bank of Industry, Mainstreet Bank and the Bank of Agriculture in Yenagoa. Also, the government has entered into pacts with Ostertrade for the establishment of ceramic tiles, glass and tomato paste and beans canning industries, the Federal Ministry of Communication Technology and 4 media organizations, comprising Channels Television, Africa Independent Television (AIT), Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and Silverbird. The Minister…