Attending Inauguration and Oath Taking Ceremony of Governor Douye Diri for Second Term: Wishing Success and Calling for Support
This morning, I joined several Leaders, elders and dignitaries to attend the inauguration and oath taking ceremony of the Governor of Bayelsa State, His Excellency, Senator Douye Diri and his Deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewrhudjakpor for his second term and I wish them a successful Second tenure to build on the gains of the first tenure. […]
Condolence Visit to Former President Goodluck Jonathan on the Passing of His Sister, Madam Obebhatein Jonathan
This evening, I led a high powered delegation of Bayelsa West, leaders, elders, Youth leaders, Women leaders and friends across the State to visit the home of our leader and Father, the Former President of Nigeria, His Excellency, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, GCFR to traditionally condole him over the loss of his Sister, Madam Obebhatein Jonathan, […]
Condolences on the Tragic Passing of Herbert O. Wigwe, Group CEO of Access Holdings
Like everyone else, I was shocked to learn of the passing of Herbert O. Wigwe, Group CEO of Access Holdings, in a helicopter crash in the United States of America. Tragically, his wife and son also lost their lives in the accident. Herbert Wigwe was an exceptional banker who dedicated himself to breaking new frontiers […]
Attending Dinner in Honor of Outgoing South Korean Ambassador: Recognizing Service and Strengthening Diplomatic Relations
Yesterday, I had the honor of being invited to attend a dinner in honor of the outgoing South Korean Ambassador HE Kim Young Chae and his wife. The dinner was hosted by my friend and wife, His Excellency Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, the former Governor of Abia state and the Chairman of the Senate Committee […]
Appointment of Dr. Bozimoh Andrew Torulolo as Chief of Staff: Strengthening Collaboration and Engagement with Federal Agencies and Stakeholders
As a result of the challenges, and expectations of our people on federal agencies, and the need for effective collaboration and linkages, I have appointed Dr Bozimoh Andrew Torulolo as my Chief of Staff, in addition to my existing legislative aides. Dr. Torulolo brings a wealth of experience, having retired from the Ministry of Foreign […]
New Year Homage and Consultations with Elder Pa E.K Clark and Southern Nigeria/Middle Belts Forum: Strengthening Collective Efforts for an Inclusive Nigeria
Today, in company of my aides I visited our National leader, Elder and Father Pa E.K Clark at his residence as I normally do for New Year homage and consultations. It was a happy coincidence as I met him presiding over the usual meetings of Southern Nigeria and Middle Belts Forum made up of the […]
Hosting Federal Senior Officers from the Ijaw Ethnic Nationality: Encouraging Unity, Professionalism, and Development
This afternoon, I had the pleasure of hosting some Federal Senior Officers from the Ijaw ethnic nationality who are of the directorate cadre (Assistant Directors, Deputy Directors, and Directors). I took the opportunity to encourage them to form a strong, united front and have a platform where they share information relating to opportunities and fostering […]
Meeting with Newly Elected Chairman of Abuja Chapter of IYC: Strengthening Advocacy and Service for the Ijaw Nation and Niger Delta
Yesterday, I received the newly elected Chairman of the Abuja Chapter of the IYC and his Executives. They came to introduce theirselves and also to felicitate with me on my birthday and used the opportunity to present a plaque of Excellence Service Award to me in acknowledgement of my services to the Ijaw Nation, the […]
Working Towards Strengthening Fiscal and Monetary Policies: Banking Committee Meeting to Enhance Financial Institutions in Nigeria
I was on the banking committee at our first meeting of the year to work on modalities for strengthening the fiscal and monetary policies of the CBN and other banking institutions in the country. HSD.
Meeting with German Ambassador to Discuss Bilateral Cooperation and Climate Change Initiatives
Earlier today, I was on the delegation of the Senate President to receive the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Nigeria, Ambassador Annett Günther, to discuss issues affecting Nigeria and the relationship between the two countries. The Ambassador expressed the willingness of the German Government to collaborate with Nigeria on a number of […]