15/02/2024
14 February 2024.
Yenagoa
SWEARING IN OF HIS EXCELLENCY SEN. DOUYI DIRI.
Prosperity 2.0 is here to stay.
Yesterday the 14 of February 2024, The Bayelsa Entrepreneurs for Diri/Law ably led by HRM Mrs. Evelyn Ehis Lucky-Youbogha attended the swearing in of His Excellency Sen. Douyi Diri and his workaholic Deputy Governor, His Excellency Sen. Lawrence Erhwudjakpo at the Samson Siasia Stadium Ovom Yenagoa.
The Governor and his Deputy were sworn in by the Chief Judge of the State, Hon. Justice Matilda Abrakasa Ayemieye in a ceremony witnessed by their wives and children.
Governor Diri in his remark, pledged to focus attention on economic growth, power supply, agriculture and potable water supply particularly in Yenagoa.
He assured the people of his commitment to provide quality leadership that will guarantee development across sectors.
"I pledge to carry out our responsibilities with diligence and resolute purpose, ensuring that no task is left unfinished, as we strive to create a bequest of sustainable peace and prosperity for our people.
Today, as we embark on this next phase of our journey, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment where the pages of history unfold before us. With boldness, determination, and a spirit of collaboration, we shall overcome obstacles and transform our aspirations into remarkable achievements. We are not naïve to imagine that progress will come effortlessly – it demands unwavering unity, commitment, hard work and perseverance," Governor Diri stated.
Some Dignitaries present are;
1. Vice President of Nigeria - Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON
2. Vice President of Liberia - Chief Jeremiah Kpan Koung
3. Dr Goodluck Jonathan, GCON, GCFR - former President of Nigeria
4. Chief Olusengun Obasanjo GCFR - former President of Nigeria
5. H.E Adamu Fintiri - Governor of Adamawa State
6. H.E Godwin Obaseki - Governor of Edo State
7. H.E Pastor Umo Eno - Governor of Akwa-Ibom State
8. H.E Siminalayi Fubara- Governor of Rivers State
9. H.E Rt. Hon Sherif Francis Oborevwori - Governor of Delta State
10. H.E Senator Ademola Adeleke - Governor of Osun State
11. H.E Seyi Makinde - Governor of Oyo State.
12. H.E Mohammed Umaru Bago - Governor of Niger State
13. H.E Caleb Mutfwang - Governor of Plateau State
14. H.E Agbu Kefas - Governor of Taraba State
15. H.E Peter Mbah - Governor of Enugu State
16. Senator Bukola Saraki - Former Governor of Kwara State/Former Senate President.
17. Senator Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa - Former Governor of Delta State
18. Senator Henry Seriake Dickson - Former Governor of Bayelsa State/ currently Senator representing Bayelsa West Senatorial District in the National Assembly
19. Senator Heineken Lokpobiri - Minister of State Petroleum (Oil)
20. Chief David Lyon
21. Hon. Waripamo-owei Dudafa PhD
22. Senator Adolphus Wabara - Chairman of PDP Board of Trustees
23. Senator Iyorchia Ayu - Former PDP National Chairman
24. Rt. Hon Tujadeen Abbas - Speaker Nigerian House of Representatives.
25. Prince Uche Secondus - Former PDP National Chairman
26. H.E Philip Shaibu - Deputy Governor of Edo State
27. Senator Degi Eremieyo - Former Senator that represent Bayelsa East Senatorial District
28. Senator Ben Murray Bruce - Former Senator that represent Bayelsa East Senatorial District
29. Her Excellency Dame Patience Jonathan - Former First Lady of Nigeria.
30. Dr. Samuel Ogbuku - Managing Director of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)
31. Chief Timi Alaibe - Former Managing Director of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)
32. Dr. Daniel Woyingikuro - PDP National Financial Secretary.
And more!!