Interview

POLICE INTERROGATE FOUR NSCDC PERSONNEL OVER PERESOUDEI’S DEATH

The Bayelsa State Police Command says it has begun the interrogation of four personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, over their alleged involvement in the arrest of late Patrick Peresoudei in Amassoma community before his death. Mr. Musa Mohammed, the command’s spokesperson, in a statement on Tuesday said the State Criminal Investigation Department is also questioning officers attached to Operation Restore Peace, also known as Operation […]

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Community

INEC BEGINS WARD-LEVEL VOTER REGISTRATION IN BAYELSA

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Bayelsa State, has announced the commencement of a rotational deployment of its Voter Enrolment Devices, IVEDs, to registration areas and wards across the state. The exercise, which begins on Monday, February 2, 2026, will run for 50 days and is aimed at taking voter registration closer to residents, especially those in remote communities. In a statement signed by Mr. Eme Agbor Akpa, the Administrative […]

February 3, 2026 15

Community

BAYELSA GOVERNMENT ORDERS THOROUGH PROBE INTO DEATH OF PERESUODEI

The Bayelsa State Government says it has taken a special interest in the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Peresuodei Ondutimi Abbah from Amassoma Community, Southern Ijaw Local Government Area. The government said it is working closely with the Nigeria Police Force and other relevant security agencies to ensure a thorough, impartial and transparent investigation. This was disclosed on Monday in a statement signed by Honourable Biriyai Dambo, SAN, the […]

February 3, 2026 9

Community

BAYELSA STATE POLICE COMMAND LAUNCH MANHUNT FOR BODMAS, OTHERS OVER DEATH PERESUODEI

The Bayelsa State Police Command says it has launched manhunt for Bodmas Prince Kemepade and members of his cohorts following reports that a 24-year-old man, Odutua Patrick Peresuodei, died from injuries allegedly sustained during an illegal arrest. The incident has heightened tension across the state, with viral videos circulating on social media allegedly showing the young man being severely beaten before his death. In a statement issued on Saturday by […]

February 2, 2026 11

Community

BAYELSA STATE GOVT. DECLARES THREE-DAY MOURNING AS DEPUTY GOVERNOR EWHRUDJAKPO DIES AT 60

The Bayelsa State Government has confirmed the death of Deputy Governor Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 60. The announcement was made in a statement signed by Hon. (Mrs.) Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, the Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy. She said Senator Ewhrudjakpo collapsed while heading to a scheduled meeting in his office and was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, where doctors later […]

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Entertainment

TEMS SETS NEW GLOBAL MILESTONE WITH 10 MILLION U.S. SALES

Nigerian singer Tems has once again carved her name in music history by becoming the first female artist from Nigeria to surpass 10 million units sold in the United States. The feat was confirmed on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, after industry trackers announced that WAIT FOR U, her Grammy-winning collaboration with American stars Future and Drake, had crossed the 10 million sales mark. The achievement adds to Tems’ growing list […]

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Community

GOV. DIRI HAILS BAYELSA’S PROGRESS, HIGHLIGHTS LANDMARK PROJECTS AT 29TH ANNIVERSARY

Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State says the recent arrival of 60-megawatt gas turbines marks a major milestone in the state’s drive toward reliable electricity supply, assuring citizens that the development will cut household costs, attract investment, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth. The governor made the remark in a statewide broadcast on Wednesday to commemorate Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary and Bayelsa’s 29th statehood anniversary. Diri described the twin celebrations […]

October 1, 2025 9

Community

GOV. DIRI’S 65TH INDEPENDENCE AND BAYELSA 29TH STATEHOOD ANNIVERSARY

State Broadcast by Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State on the occasion of Nigeria's 65th Independence Anniversary and Bayelsa's 29th statehood anniversary on October 1, 2025 Dear citizens and fellow Bayelsans, On this special day for our country and our state, it is my privilege to address you as we mark two significant milestones: the 65th Independence Day of our beloved Nigeria and the 29th anniversary of the creation of […]

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Community

NATIONAL BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE 65TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY OF NIGERIA, OCTOBER 1, 2025

Fellow Nigerians, Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation's Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, 1960, when our founding fathers accepted the instruments of self-government from colonial rule, let us remember their sacrifice, devotion, and grand dream of a strong, prosperous, and united Nigeria that will lead Africa and be the beacon of light to the […]

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