On behalf of the Government and good people of Bayelsa State, I wish to convey with profound joy our felicitations and deep appreciation to our leader and elder brother, His Excellency, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on the very auspicious, historic and landmark occasion of the Centenary celebration of the amalgamation of the Northern and Southern Protectorates of Nigeria. We join other well meaning Nigerians, leaders of our great country at various levels and world leaders to celebrate Mr. President and Nigeria on a time like this as you lead the nation to mark…
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behalf of the Government and good people of Bayelsa State, I hereby congratulate one of Nigeria’s most iconic, detribalized and foremost democrats, Alhaji Shehu Aliyu Shagari, GCFR, and Second Republic President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the auspicious occasion of his 89th birthday. Your Excellency, as a government, we wish to express our love and appreciation of your unique and exemplary leadership qualities, whose service to our nation was sterling and most remarkable.As President of our great country and in all the several leadership positions that you were privileged to occupy, you brought to the fore such positive…
the Nation prepare for the commencement of proposed National dialogue, Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State has called on Nigerians to exhibit a high sense of patriotism and maturity in the presentation of their views. Governor Dickson made the call at the one-day summit of Southern Leaders in Calabar, Cross River State. Advocating the restructuring of the country’s constitution to address the existing imbalances for the greater good of the country, the Governor commended President Goodluck Jonathan for his courage and wisdom in convening the National conference. He also expressed appreciation to Nigerians for their support to President Jonathan and…
Bayelsa State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Deacon Markson Fefegha has described the fire that gutted parts of the transmission equipment of DAAR Communications, owners of AIT and RAY POWER, Yenagoa as unfortunate and sad. Speaking shortly after an inspection tour of the communication facility, Deacon Fefegha who was accompanied by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Daniel Iworiso Markson said they were at DAAR COMMUNICATIONS on behalf of the State Government to see the extent of damage caused by the inferno. Describing DAAR COMMUNICATIONS as a partner in the dissemination of Government’s programmes and policies, the Commissioner…
In a bid to reposition the State owned Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island and adequately address other issues confronting the education sector, Governor Seriake Dickson held a close-door meeting with stakeholders in the sector at Government House, Yenagoa. Addressing newsmen on the outcome of the meeting, the Commissioner of Education, Mr. Salo Adikumo disclosed that, a number of measures geared towards improving the infrastructure and academic content of the university were deliberated up on. According to him, Government has pledged to undertake the construction link roads, the abandoned library project as well as over forty staff quarters within the campus.…
Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Seriake Dickson on Thursday underscored the need to evolve a dynamic security system towards improving security of lives and property, as security is fundamental to the development and growth of any society. Governor Dickson made the assertion when the new General Officer Commanding, (GOC) 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Shehu Yusuf paid him a courtesy visit in Government House, Yenagoa. According to the Governor, his administration has since its inception left no one in doubt of its stance regarding security issues through the promulgation of laws to implement the policy on zero tolerance…
Following the ongoing moves by international oil companies to divest some of their onshore interests, the Bayelsa State House of Assembly has advocated that the interests of the State Government, its agencies and communities where oil and gas assets are explored should be protected in the divestment process. After a careful deliberation of a motion moved by the majority leader, Hon Peter Akpe representing Sagbama constituency 1, the House specifically resolved that ample opportunity and priority attention be given to the Bayelsa State Government and its indigenes to fully partake in the divestment process. The motion, “Accommodating the interests of…
Bayelsa State Government on Wednesday doled out N312 Million for the payment of this year’s WAEC and NECO fees for students sitting for both examinations in the State. Presenting the financial instrument to the Commissioner for Education, Chief Salo Adikumo during the State Executive Council meeting at Government House, Yenagoa, Governor Seriake Dickson said the gesture was in pursuance of his administration’s free and compulsory education policy. Governor Dickson, who disclosed that about N10 billion has so far been expended to execute the policy and various scholarship schemes, warned principals and teachers to shun extortion of any kind, as government…
Governor Seriake Dickson has given the Capital city Development Authority (CCDA) the mandate to employ fifty persons in the Development Control Department of the Authority. The Governor gave the mandate during the commissioning of the Authority’s Development Control Equipment at the premises of the CCDA along Sani Abacha Expressway, Yenagoa. According to Governor Dickson, the purpose of the equipment is to make Yenagoa a decent, modern and well planned capital city, stressing that, Government was determined to change the face of Yenagoa from a slum to a befitting city.”And, that is why you can see all the developments going on; road and bridge construction and other infrastructure”. All…
Bayelsa State Hon. Seriake Dickson says, the achievements of his administration were largely made possible by the loyalty and support of members of the PDP in the State. Governor Dickson stated this while addressing party faithful during the monthly PDP meeting at the party’s secretariat in Yenagoa. He stressed the need for the people of the State to rally round his administration in order to build a strong and united support base for President Goodluck Jonathan to succeed at the federal level. While calling on the people not to place their selfish interests over and above the general good, Governor Dickson noted that, though 2014 is a…
Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Henry seriake Dickson says, his administration settled for the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubarkar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanemi as chancellor of the State owned Niger Delta University, because of his long and impressive academic, moral and political profiles as well as the need to build bridges of unity amongthe different sections of the country. Governor Dickson, who stated this, while presenting the letter of appointment to the Shehu of Borno at a brief ceremony in Abuja, urged some sections of the country and some highly placed politicians fanning the embers of ethnic and religious disunity to retrace their steps and do things that would…
Governor Seriake Dickson has given automatic employment to six casual veterinary doctors of the Bayelsa State Veterinary Clinic at Edepie in the State capital. Governor Dickson, who announced this, while commissioning the Ultra modern veterinary clinic at the school to land premises along Imiringi road, Edepie, Yenagoa, stated that, Government would continue to invest in agriculture until the State becomes number in the sector. He stated that, concerted efforts were being made to put a standard abattoir in place, stressing that, when it is completed along with other facilities, no animal will be allowed into the State without being properly examined before it is slaughtered for consumption. Governor…
Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State has charged the Ministry of Sports Development to commence the process of admitting the first batch of students in readiness for the take off of the State Sports Academy at Asoama in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area. He also directed the ministry to source for experts that would train the students in areas where the State have comparative advantage such as swimming, wrestling and other combat sports as well as coach them on the academic aspects of sports development. Governor Dickson, who gave the charge shortly after participating in the Monthly Jogging Exercise at the…
Bayelsa State has undertaken to host subsequent editions of the annual Nigerian Broadcasters Award (NIBRA) organised by the Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON). Governor Seriake Dickson, who announced the decision at the maiden edition of the awards ceremony held at the Dr. Gabriel Okara Cultural Centre, Yenagoa, directed the State Tourism Development Agency to work out the modalities.”Government is ready to partner with BON as Yenagoa is fast becoming the Capital of leisure and entertainment of Nigeria. I appreciate the organisers for bringing this event to Yenagoa as the state is broadcast friendly and will work with the organisers” he…
Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State has said he would continue to run an open and all inclusive Government to attract greater stability and development to the State. Hon. Dickson who spoke at a special thanksgiving service to round off his administration’s mid-term anniversary at the King of Glory Chapel, Government House in Yenagoa, expressed gratitude to God and Bayelsans for the progress made so far. He reiterated his belief in the supremacy of God in the affairs of men and attributed the administration’s achievements in the last two years to Divine grace and effective cooperation between the Government and…
Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State has urged the political class in the country to make service their watchword with a view to making a positive impact in the lives of those they govern. He also charged the citizenry to contribute meaningfully to the nation’s growth and development by living up to their civic responsibilities, stressing that responsible citizenship carries with it certain obligations. The Governor was speaking at a dinner/command performance marking his administration’s second anniversary at the banquet hall, Government House in Yenagoa. The ceremony also featured presentation of productivity merit award to over thirty public sector workers…
Bayelsa State Government says the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy, C of O, will go a long way in resolving land disputes as well as engender wealth creation for land owners with the establishment of the Bayelsa Geographical Information System, (BGIS). Governor Seriake Dickson gave the indication while signing some C of Os at the monthly transparency briefing to mark his mid-term anniversary in office. According to the Governor, as part of activities to celebrate the second year of the Restoration Government, he decided to put in place a mechanism for the verification of land titles to enable the people…
Land and property owners in Bayelsa State would soon pay appropriate levies in line with the administration’s tax policies geared towards improving the revenue base of the state. Governor Seriake Dickson announced this while signing 3 bills into law at a special edition of the administration’s monthly Transparency Briefing marking the second anniversary of the government. The new laws are, Bayelsa State Investment Promotion, Bureau for Development Cooperative and Bayelsa Anti Corruption Amendment, which brings the total number of laws to 37 aimed at creating institutions for effective governance of progress of the state. Tax Identification Numbers (TIN), were also…
Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State on Saturday, offered automatic employment to best graduating students of the Bayelsa State College of Arts and Science, (BYCAS), Elebele. The students excelled in various areas of ICT such as computer hardware maintenance, electrical installation, computer application as well as database management and administration. The Governor made the offer to 10 of the best graduating students while commissioning the College, which coincided with its maiden Graduation and Matriculation ceremony. Governor Dickson who was impressed with the students’ outstanding performance directed that 6 of the best graduating students be deployed to Government House, Yenagoa to…
As the Restoration Government marks its mid-term anniversary, Governor Seriake Dickson has been receiving accolades from eminent personalities both within and outside the country, including the former Governor of kano State, Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau. Assessing the 2 years score card of Governor Dickson in the state, Mallam Shekarau scored the administration high based on the United Nations and World Bank’s 6 characteristics of development. According to the former governor, Governor Dickson has excelled in all the criteria, which are, accountability, political stability, effectiveness of government, regulatory control, rule of law and control of corruption. Commenting on the transparency initiative of…