Bayelsa threatens to sue federal govt over $1 billion ‘security fund’
The state says the plan to use the money for security must not disfavour Niger Delta states.
Tag: Governor Seriake Dickson
INTERVIEW: What Nigeria must do to take its rightful place in Africa – Foremost Pan-Africanist Scholar
The professor speaks on diverse issues including teaching of history of Nigeria.
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Why Army is creating new formations – Buratai
The army chief speaks in Bayelsa.
Bayelsa govt records N1.4 billion increase in February salary
The increase follows the introduction of school feeding programme and boarding facilities in public schools across the state
Commissioner slumps at inter-ministerial briefing
The official was rushed out of the venue shortly before his presentation.
Nigeria must be restructured before 2019 elections — Gov. Dickson
The Bayelsa governor welcomes the APC report and proposes a multi-party alliance for restructuring.
Bayelsa govt offers to pay workers one and a half months wages from four months owed
Local government workers are, however, owed between 14 and 16 months arrears.
Christmas: Bayelsa workers groan over unpaid salaries
The governor had directed that all the workers be paid.
Gov Dickson presents N295 billion budget estimates for 2018
Works and education sectors get the lion share.
Ex-President Jonathan denies political rift with Governor Dickson
The governor visited the former president.
PDP Convention: Governor warns against imposition of candidates
“The next convention is critical to the survival of the party.”
Why PDP is not playing opposition role effectively – Governor Dickson
“I have invested enormous efforts in rebuilding the PDP and the work of rebuilding hasn’t been successful.”
Makarfi Denies Feud Between Jonathan and Dickson
There were claims that the former president was trying to hijack the PDP structure in Bayelsa State
Gowon commends Dickson’s educational programmes, commissions Ijaw National Academy
The former military ruler described the facilities at the academy as impressive.
Gov. Dickson to Shell: You must have some ‘respectable presence’ in Bayelsa
Shell’s head office is in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The company also has offices in Lagos, Abuja and in Warri, ...
Ibori weeps at Alamieyeseigha’s graveside
Mr. Ibori visited the graveside during a condolence visit to the family of the deceased
PDP Crisis: Dickson submits reconciliation committee report to Makarfi
“All officials of the PDP at the state and zonal levels elected before the May 21 botched Port Harcourt election ...
PDP Crisis: Dickson committee report ‘shocking, embarrassing’ – Makarfi faction
The faction says it is prepared to step down once appropriate organs of the party make such demand.
PDP Crisis: Makarfi should step down now, Governor says
The governor said he was opposed to Mr. Sheriff but would now abide by the Appeal Court decision.
Bayelsa Polls: Judicial commission submits report
The commission was inaugurated on December 14, 2015.
Bayelsa governor salutes Maryam Abacha at 70
Mr. Dickson says the government of the state remain grateful to the Abacha family for creating Bayelsa.
Bayelsa teachers lament non-payment of four months salaries
The NUT also lamented the acute shortage of teachers in Bayelsa.
Gov. Dickson condemns oil, gas conference hosting in Abuja
The Bayelsa governor criticises the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board.
Ondo 2016: Bayelsa Governor Dickson campaigns for PDP, Jegede
Mr. Dickson expressed his backing for Eyitayo Jegede whom he said was the authentic candidate of the PDP.
Tight security in Yenagoa as Supreme Court rules on Bayelsa governorship poll
Motorists and other commuters were forced to seek alternative routes to their destinations.
