Ex-Bayelsa Commissioner Congratulates Gov Diri, Lawrence.

TRACKING___Hon Akpoebidei Alamieyesiegha a commissioner in the immediate past administration of Seriake Dickson in Bayelsa State, has congratulated Senator Douye Diri on his inauguration as the new governor of the state, alongside his deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjiakpo.

Hon Akpoebidei Alamieyesiegha, who is the immediate younger brother to the first civilian governor of Bayelsa State late. Chief DSP Alamieyesiegha equally saluted his boss, Dickson, declaring that the people of Bayelsa would continue to remember him for his good works and outstanding feats that had put the state on a solid footing.

The ex-commissioner, in a press statement, expressed confidence that the newly inaugurated governor, whom he described as a pragmatic and purposeful leader, would turn around the fortunes of the state by working hard to consolidate on the achievements of his predecessor, in the interest of Bayelsans.

He noted that the Supreme Court judgement, which paved the way for the duo of Douye and Ewhrudjiakpo to become governor and deputy respectively, was an answer to the prayers of Bayelsa people.

According to him, Bayelsans prayed and God has answered their prayers.

“I congratulate His Excellency, Senator Douye Diri, on his inauguration as the brand new governor of Bayelsa State, together with his deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjiakpo.

“No doubt, their triumphant emergence has rekindled the hope of Bayelsa people. The wild jubilation and celebration that followed the verdict of the Supreme Court, across the length and breadth of Bayelsa State, was an indication that the people were, indeed, delighted that their prayers have been answered,” Hon Akpoebidei remarked.

He added: “I have explicit confidence in the ability of Senator Douye Diri to govern the state well and place it on the path of progress. I have the total conviction that he will not disappoint the good people of Bayelsa State.

“As a matter of fact, he has all it takes to effectively pilot the affairs of the state to greater heights. Diri is a refined gentleman with considerable wealth of experience both in the legislative and executive arm of government.”