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[David Iwekumo Nikki @NIwekumo]

@govdouyediri Congratulations to them

[Governor Douye Diri @govdouyediri]

Today, alongside the Deputy Governor, Dr. Peter Akpe, I joined our people in Odi community, Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area of the state to celebrate the 2026 International Annual Odi Ogoriba Uge.

The festival is a celebration of unity, love and resilience of the people in the killing of a mysterious buffalo, that was terrorising the community for many years. It is also a great display of our rich cultural heritage.

As a son of Kolokuma Kingdom, I have always participated in the festival, even long before I became
governor of the state.

I am delighted that the festival has attained international status, showcasing our culture to the world.

Once again, let me congratulate the people of O. D. I for this celebration of a unique history. Nua! Nua!

[David Iwekumo Nikki @NIwekumo]

@mrUmanu_Elijah All these old schl songs are you guys not tired? That's what you guys sang in 2023, “Labour Party didn't have agents across the polling units" but in the end all your results were mutilation

[David Iwekumo Nikki @NIwekumo]

Happy birthday to me 🎉

[David Iwekumo Nikki @NIwekumo]

@KwankwasoRM Happy birthday H.E PO

[David Iwekumo Nikki @NIwekumo]

@damzychillin Keita

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@uttdkola Fred

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@_onlyscott Have you heard of Angel Di Maria.?

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@MrCharlesky Yes

[David Iwekumo Nikki @NIwekumo]

@officialKolaO @MrUdomEmmanuel Happy birthday sir

[Governor Douye Diri @govdouyediri]

Happy New Month Bayelsans!

It is the 7th month of the year.

I welcome you all to the month of July, 2026.

May God Almighty continue to shower His blessings upon you all.

Let’s continue to support the current administration in the journey towards building an enviable state with steady progress and development. Nua!

[Governor Douye Diri @govdouyediri]

Today, we defied the heavy downpour to visit the site of four ongoing projects within Yenagoa, the state capital.

The projects inspected include the iconic 9-storey secretariat complex for our civil servants, the State Independent Power Plant, Glorydrive Phase 3, and the 30,000-capacity Olympic-standard stadium.

The progress recorded at the secretariat complex, the Glorydrive phase 3, and the new stadium is remarkable and the commitment of our government to their timely completion remains unshakable.

I was equally briefed about the evacuation of power from the Gas Turbines to more areas of the state capital, an indication of improved electricity distribution in the state.

[David Iwekumo Nikki @NIwekumo]

@govdouyediri Impressive project you've got here. Kudos Your Excellency

[Bayelsa Government New Media @Prosperitygov]

Governor Diri today inspected four ongoing projects within the state capital,Yenagoa, where he expressed satisfaction with the progress of work.

The projects include the 9-storey Secretariat Complex, the State IPP, Glorydrive Phase 3 and 30,000 capacity Olympic standard stadium.

[David Iwekumo Nikki @NIwekumo]

@Prosperitygov Impressive

[David Iwekumo Nikki @NIwekumo]

@oreski73 Gov. Diri is doing well

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@Real_Lucas55 Obafemi Martins

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@_onlyscott Di maria

[Governor Douye Diri @govdouyediri]

Today in Lagos, I joined my dear brother, the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, for the 2nd Quarter 2026 Citizens/Stakeholders’ Engagement with a theme: “From policy to action: Mobilising Sub-National Governments for Effective Implementation of Nigeria’s National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy.”

First, let me appreciate Mr. President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for the initiative to create this ministry that has the capacity and spirit to turn around the economic fortunes of the country.

The pioneering mark of Bayelsa State in the establishment of a State Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, is not only strategic, but it conforms with the drive of my Government of Assured Prosperity to diversify our economy away from oil and gas to tapping our resources in the ocean and rivers across the three senatorial districts of the State.

My attendance at the event was to open further engagement with key stakeholders and interact with industry players with a view to harnessing the vast economic opportunities in the maritime sector and also share our implementation model and experience with the sub-national governments.

In my keynote address titled, “Sub-National Leadership In Advancing Nigeria’s Marine And Blue Economy: The Bayelsa Experience And Pathways For Coastal State Development”, I made it clear that our administration is opening Bayelsa to responsible private capital in aquaculture, modern boat building, cold chain logistics, marine transport, and sustainable coastal tourism.

We have now become a national model for how to institutionalise and mainstream the Blue Economy at the sub-national level through enabling legislation and an operational model.

As expected from the various states, we are in the process of enacting the Bayelsa State Blue Economy Law that will align with the national policy set by the Federal Government to drive the marine and blue economy.

In Bayelsa State, we are creating an investment climate with the construction of strategic roads to attract the private sector particularly in the development of our flagship maritime project, the Agge Deep seaport in Ekeremor Local Government Area of the State.

For Bayelsa, Agge will not merely be hosting a seaport but it will be a gateway vision for regional trade, logistics, industrial development, fisheries exports and wider integration within the Gulf of Guinea.

We will continue to work closely with the Federal Government in unlocking our untapped maritime promise in the journey to industrialisation and job creation in the state.

[Governor Douye Diri @govdouyediri]

This afternoon in Yenagoa, I attended the stakeholders’ meeting of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC).

As our first major gathering following the recently concluded congresses and party primaries, the meeting provided an opportunity to engage with party leaders, members, and all aspirants who participated in the primaries. It was a time to reflect, strategize, and strengthen our collective commitment to the growth of our party and the development of our nation.

I am pleased that our party remains strong, united, and focused. The APC continues to offer hope to Nigerians through the visionary leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his ongoing efforts towards the restructuring and renewal of our country.

Today, I also formally commissioned the new APC State Secretariat along the Sani Abacha Expressway in Yenagoa. I commend the State Chairman, Hon. Warman Weri Ogoriba, and members of the State Working Committee for their foresight, dedication, and commitment to providing a befitting administrative hub for the party.

I am equally encouraged by the establishment of the State and Local Government Advisory Committees, which will provide guidance, deepen grassroots engagement, and further strengthen the party’s structures across Bayelsa State.

As always, I remain committed to supporting Mr. President and working with all stakeholders to ensure continued peace, progress, and prosperity for our people.