Niger Delta
Bayelsa Restates Commitment To Better Society
The Bayelsa State Government has warned that it will not allow any individual or group of persons to undermine the greater interest of the state for selfish motives.
Consequently, the government has urged people of the state to take full advantage of the dividends of democracy government has provided and work collectively towards peaceful, credible, free and fair elections in the state and the country.
The state Governor, Chief Timipre Sylva, gave this warning during the thanksgiving service for the 50th Independence of the country and the 14th anniversary celebration of the
creation of the state at the King of Glory Chapel, Yenagoa.
Assuring Bayelsans of its full commitment to the cause of building a new state with core values that will accelerate the pace of its development, Chief Sylva, who was represented
by his Deputy, Hon. Werinipre Seibarugu, said independence is not just about reflecting on the successes and challenges of the past, but also provides an opportunity to learn the lessons of selfless services of the founding fathers.
He noted that his administration is aware of the huge challenges of developing a state like Bayelsa but that with the support of the people, unity of purpose and total determination, the state will experience transformation.
Earlier in his sermon, the guest preacher, Prophet Emmanuel Kure, had thanked God for seeing Nigeria through myriad of problems, stressing the need for the country to remain grateful to the creator for his mercies.
Prophet Kure said Bayelsa is being celebrated as God chosen state as a symbol of Nigeria at 50 by making their son the president at a time like this, urging the people to comport themselves by shunning violence as the future of the country rests on them.
The man of God noted that no meaningful development can be achieved in time of crises, stressing that as the celebrations are going on people need to reflect on ideas of the founding fathers and the best way to realise them.
Niger Delta
NDDC Begins N50,000 Monthly Payment To 10,000 N’Delta Youths

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has begun the payment of N50,000 monthly stipends to 10,000 indigenous youths from the Niger Delta under its Youths Internship Scheme.
The Director of Corporate Affairs at the NDDC, Mrs Seledi Thompson-Wakama, disclosed this to journalists in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital, yesterday.
She explained that the beneficiaries would undergo practical, hands-on training across the various organisations for 12 months to develop critical skills.
Recall that during the inauguration of the scheme on July 31, 2024, Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, had announced the Federal Government’s approval of a N50,000 monthly stipend for the trainees.
According to Thompson-Wakama, the commission has successfully completed the selection process and has begun placing trainees in organisations to gain practical experience.
“Consequently, with the completion of these phases, the payment of the monthly stipends has also commenced,” she announced.
She revealed that the 10,000 beneficiaries were transparently selected from over 3.2 million youths who registered for the empowerment programme.
“This unprecedented response highlights the immense potential and aspirations of our youths to improve themselves.
“NDDC remains steadfast in ensuring this life-changing opportunity reaches the most deserving candidates, creating a lasting impact and paving the way for a brighter future,” she stated.
Thompson-Wakama explained that the scheme had enabled the commission to collate essential data, including the qualifications, skills, interests, needs, and employment status of the youths in the region.
The data, she explained, would guide the commission in designing programmes tailored to address the unique challenges faced by young people.
She disclosed that the NDDC partnered with KPMG, a global audit and consultancy firm, to enhance the commission’s corporate governance framework.
“KPMG has produced a Governance Advisory Report that will serve as a tool to support the commission’s transition from a transaction-based to a transformation-focussed policy,” Thompson-Wakama added.
The director commended the youths for their patience and cooperation during the selection process for the scheme.
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