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Dec72025 by adminNo Comments

A Strong Argument for Ekeremor LGA to Claim Bayelsa’s Next Governorship: BY BODISE WILSON Upholding Equity, Rotation, and the State’s Unspoken Pac

News Feature

In the intricate web of Bayelsa State's politics, an unspoken yet ironclad rule has long shaped the path to power: the rotation of the governorship across its three senatorial districts—Bayelsa East, Central, and West. This principle isn't just a nicety; it's the bedrock of fairness, designed to prevent any one area from hogging the spotlight in Yenagoa's Government House while ensuring every corner of the state feels included. Ignore it, and you brew resentment; honor it, and you foster harmony in a state where unity is as vital as the oil flowing beneath its soil. Let's crunch the numbers since Bayelsa's birth in 1996, focusing on the democratic era: - Bayelsa East: Produced Goodluck Jonathan (Deputy Governor 1999–2005, Governor 2005–2007) and Timipre Sylva (2007–2012) → Two gov...

Dec42025 by adminNo Comments

Dantsoho Takes Campaign For Seamless Export Procedure to Kano

Misc, Port News

Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Abubakar Dantsoho, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s non-oil export sector through streamlined port operations and improved port–hinterland connectivity. Speaking during the NPA Special Day at the Kano International Trade Fair, Dantsoho praised the Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (KACCIMA) for sustaining the fair’s reputation as a global business hub. He said Kano’s strategic position as a major commercial centre linking Nigeria to the northern hinterland and neighbouring landlocked countries presents enormous economic opportunities. According to him, Kano’s rich agro-allied potential aligns with the NPA’s drive to connect local producers to international markets, partic...

Dec32025 by adminNo Comments

Broadcast Organisations Honour Gov Diri’s Spokesman

News Feature

Broadcast organisations in Bayelsa State have bestowed an award of the Best Media-Friendly Chief Press Secretary on Mr. Daniel Alabrah, spokesman of Governor Douye Diri. The award was presented by the Forum of Heads of Broadcast Organisations in the state on Tuesday at the Ernest Ikoli Media Complex during a send-forth ceremony in honour of three members, two of which have retired, and one proceeding on transfer. Speaking during the event, Mr. Alabrah expressed appreciation to the forum, describing the award as a pleasant supprise. He said he was delighted that efforts to foster a seamless relationship between his office, the government and the media in the state had not gone unnoticed, saying the recognition will spur him to do more. Alabrah described the broadcast media as an...

Dec32025 by adminNo Comments

Armed Forces Remembrance : Tinubu, Akpabio donate N300m to Nigerian Legion

Misc, News Feature

President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday in Abuja, donated N200 million to the Nigerian Legion, assuring that the government will give more attention to the well-being of the military, injured officers, and the families of fallen heroes. The President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio, and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, who attended the ceremony, donated N100 million on behalf of the National Assembly. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, donated N20 million. President Tinubu spoke at the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem Appeal launch at the Presidential Villa. The President, Vice President, Kashim Shettima, the President of the Senate, the Deputy Speaker, and the service chiefs were decorated with the re...

Nov302025 by Asu BeksNo Comments

UNVEILED ! The Wisemen That Won IMO ” Trophy” For Nigeria….As Tinubu Congratulates Team Oyetola By ASU BEKS

Maritime, News Feature

Even though his pick by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Nigeria's pioneer Minister of Marine and Blue Economy was unpopular with majority of maritime stakeholders at the time,Mr Adegboyega Oyetola , didnt seem distracted by naysayers. His eyes were focused on the ball, the tangibles and deliverables, in line with the renewed hope agenda.As an acclaimed technocrat , with a background in Insurance and as former Governor of Osun State , Oyetola was quick in drafting his goals for a turn around for an industry that was badly in need of a quick fix.Realising that succesful men are those who set goals for direction,motivation that help them navigate life proactively, Oyetola began to shop for the best hands that would help him drive the vision of the new ministry. As a visionary leader ,his style...

Nov292025 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Category ” C” Election Victory: Jamoh Congratulates Oyetola for bringing back the ” Trophy” By ASU BEKS.

Maritime, News Feature

Immediate past Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dr Bashir Jamoh, has paid glowing tribute to Marine and Blue Economy Minister, Adegboyega Oyetola,for piloting Nigeria back to category " C" for 2026-27 biennium of the International Maritime Organisation, IMO. It would be recalled that Nigeria break a 14 year jinx on Friday when it got elected into the 20 member category "C" of the IMO. In a congratulatory message to Oyetola, Jamoh stated that " this hard-won victory which restores Nigeria to the IMO Council after a fourteen- year absence is a powerful testament to the dedication, competence, and focused leadership, you have demonstrated since assuming office. Your Excellency's strategic vision and relentless efforts in repositioning Nigeria's marit...

Nov262025 by adminNo Comments

Bayelsa Air Makes Maiden Flight to Yenagoa ***Its a dream come true.. Diri

Misc, News Feature

The Governor Douye Diri administration, on Tuesday, recorded another landmark feat in the state’s history with the inaugural flight of one of its two newly acquired aircraft landing at its airport. The ATR-72/600 aircraft, which took off from the domestic wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at 09:30hrs with about 50 passengers and crew on board, including Governor Douye Diri, the immediate past deputy governor of the state, Rear Admiral Gboribiogha John-Jonah, members of the state’s National Assembly Caucus, the Minister of State for Petroleum (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Dr. Sam Ogbuku, President, Ijaw National Congress, Prof. Ben Okaba and the National Chairman, Pan Niger Delta Forum, Dr. Boladei I...

Nov252025 by Asu BeksNo Comments

EXCLUSIVE! Nigeria Set to Leapfrog into IMO Category “C” Friday. BY ASU BEKS.

Maritime, Misc, News Feature

All eyes will be on 4, Embankment Street, London on Friday, November 28 as Nigeria attempts to leapfrog into the International Maritime Organisation, IMO, category " C". This is a high stakes election at the IMO Secretariat in which Nigeria has committed millions of dollars towards an electioneering campaign and lobbying spanning over 20 months. And the message from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to Marine and Blue Economy Minister, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola , is very clear, " failure wont be an option". And the reason behind Mr President's mandate is obvious. Since 2010, Nigeria has made no fewer than nine unsucssful attempts at this elite club but returned with failure. " Dont return home without the " trophy" , President Tinubu was said to have warned Oyetola . As the D day approaches,Niger...

Nov212025 by adminNo Comments

BREAKING: Pius Akutah’s Benue joins League of States with Marine and Blue Economy Ministry

Maritime

Dear All, NOTIFICATION OF THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE BENUE STATE MINISTRY OF MARINE AND BLUE ECONOMY I am directed to inform the esteemed members of the public that the official website of the Benue State Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy has been fully developed, deployed, and is now accessible online. The Honourable Commissioner for Marine and Blue Economy, Hon. Denis Ter Iyaghigba, wishes to state categorically that this website serves as the Ministry’s official platform for communication, public relations, visibility, advertising, stakeholder engagement and management, as well as a feedback mechanism. The interactive website can be accessed at: https://mmbe.benuestate.gov.ng/ The Honourable Commissioner believes that, given its strategic importance, you will find time...

Nov212025 by Asu BeksNo Comments

The Role of Media and Advocacy in Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy : Being a Paper Delivered By ELDER ASU BEKS, at the Ist International Conference and Trade Exhibition on Marine and Blue and Economy in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.

Maritime, News Feature

Introduction Global realities and domestic economic conditions have combined to make investment in Nigeria’s maritime and blue economy not just desirable, but imperative. Factors such as climate change, the global shift away from fossil fuels, the increasing globalization of consumer products and services, and revolutions in digital technology and payment systems are redirecting attention toward marine and blue economic opportunities. Historical Context Long before oil and gas became the mainstay of Nigeria’s economy, the maritime sector played a vital role in national development. It provided the essential logistics for the movement of heavy cargo and people, facilitated the export of locally produced goods, and served as the entry point for imported products. Today, with the ...