The Governor of Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, has dissolved the state executive council after being inaugurated for a second term in office.
The announcement was made during his acceptance speech at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, the state capital. Diri expressed his gratitude to the political appointees for their hard work and dedication over the past four years.
He also promised to implement a comprehensive economic plan for the state’s development over the next ten years. The governor highlighted the achievements of his administration during his first term in various sectors of the economy.
Additionally, Diri stated that his second term would prioritize addressing the issue of limited access to clean drinking water for the state’s residents.
He said, “With this vision in mind, we have developed a comprehensive and ambitious 10-year economic plan for the state. This plan outlines our strategies and initiatives to diversify and strengthen our economy, create jobs, attract investments, and improve the standard of living for all Bayelsans.
“To kick-start the implementation of this economic plan and to engage stakeholders, we are excited to announce the upcoming Bayelsa State Economic Development Summit in Yenagoa, the state capital. This summit will serve as a platform for sharing ideas, discussing opportunities, and forging partnerships to accelerate the economic growth of our state.
“We shall focus attention on areas with comparative advantage, including agriculture, rice, cassava, and oil palm production, seeking new partnerships and investors along the way.
“In our second tenure, citizens of the state would have a more active and direct role in shaping and participating in the economy, stressing that “from small business owners and entrepreneurs to industry leaders and investors, everyone has a part to play in driving economic growth and prosperity.”
