The Bayelsa State Elders Council has hailed the development efforts of the Governor Douye Diri-led administration, particularly on the construction of key projects across the three senatorial districts.
Chairman of the newly inaugurated executive of the council, Rear Admiral Gboribiogha John Jonah (rtd), gave the commendation on Saturday while delivering his acceptance speech in Yenagoa, the state capital.
Rear Admiral John-Jonah, the immediate-past deputy governor of the state, commended Diri for the “bold attempt” to construct the Nembe-Brass road, describing the project as significant and strategic to the socio-economic development of the state.
“Your bold attempt in connecting us to the Atlantic Coast is highly commendable. Your passion for development of the state and overall wellbeing of our people demonstrates that you are a true leader,” he said.
According to him, as an Elders’ Council that plays advisory role, they will avail the administration of their counsel and support to enable it succeed.
John-Jonah, who thanked the outgone members of the executive council for their meritorious service, also urged traditional rulers to be more vigilant in their respective domains as the country was experiencing worsening security challenges.
Responding, Governor Diri congratulated the new executive and the elders’ council for conducting a peaceful election and appointing leaders with proven track record in their various fields.
According to Diri, “It is a thing of joy in the state to have elders form a council to advise government towards ensuring that the state is stable, peaceful and prosperous.
“We have been on the saddle for about two and a half years and our works speak for us. Whatever we have been able to achieve during this period will speak for themselves.”
Commenting on ongoing road projects, Diri said by the end of his third year in office, the Sagbama-Ekeremor road would be completed and inaugurated.
