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In Bayelsa, healthcare receives a boost as Governor Dickson provides N1.2bn to improve healthcare delivery
This is a good time to be alive for every indigene of Bayelsa as Governor Henry Seriake Dickson has provided the sum of 1.2 billion naira to boost the improvement…
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Opinion: How the negotiation with Niger Delta Avengers should go
by Nwokocha Noble After the election of President M. Buhari in 2015, the crisis rocking the nation has persisted even as they were amongst many others the campaign promises of…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories to monitor 1. Sheriff-led faction attempts to stop PDP convention The Ali Modu Sheriff-faction of the Peoples Democratic Party will appear before a Federal…
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Ex-militant leaders warn ‘Avengers, Warriors’ to stop pipeline bombing
Ex-militant leaders in Bayelsa state have promised to curb the spate of bombing of oil installations by criminal elements. They also warned members of the Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) to steer…
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Opinion: How Governor Dickson wrecked his state with wire-tapping
by Peresuo D. Fubara For a state governor ever vociferous and self-assured – sometimes thoughtlessly so – in the murky terrain of Nigerian politics, Henry Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State could…
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Governor Dickson pays 1 out of 5-month salary arrears
Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa state has bowed to the pressure from the teachers in his state and approved the disbursement of January salaries to post-primary teachers. Dickson also promised…
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Bayelsa PDP to APC: ‘Ask God for forgiveness’
Bayelsa State's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Saturday, blamed Timipre Sylva, a former Governor of the state and the governorship candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC), for the increase…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Timi Frank feels ‘insulted’ by Oyegun | Kashamu has no chill | Trump ‘has something’ on Ted Cruz’s wife | More stories
PDP member arraigned for calling Kashamu drug baron. Vanguard Anti-Saraki Senators turns around to support Saraki. Premium Times Oyegun, Frank trades words over the role of APC publicity secretary. Leadership…
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Why Buhari won’t congratulate Dickson on election victory – Lai Mohammed
Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has stated that President Muhammadu Buhari will not congratulate Seriake Dickson who won his re-election bid in the governorship election of Bayelsa state…
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How did APC expect to win Bayelsa election with Sylva as candidate? – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party has hailed the people of Bayelsa State for their support in ensuring that their will prevailed during Saturday's supplementary poll. PDP candidate and incumbent governor of the…
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‘You have failed us’ | Bayelsa pensioners picket outside Dickson’s government house
Aggrieved pensioners in Bayelsa state took to the streets on Wednesday, to protest Governor Seriake Dickson's failure to pay them their allowances in four months. They blocked major roads in Yenagoa,…
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I’ll defeat Dickson as I’ve done before – Sylva
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timipre Sylva says he would defeat Seriake Dickson in any electoral contest. This was disclosed on Saturday, in a statement released by the…
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#BayelsaDecides: Dickson, wife and mother suffer card reader malfunction
Bayelsa state governor and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Seriake Dickson fell victim to card reader malfunction as his thumbprint could not be read at the ongoing governorship election. Dickson, his…
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#BayelsaDecides: INEC officials held hostage in Dickson’s local government
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed that some of its officials deployed to distribute electoral materials at Sagbama local government area of Bayelsa State are being held hostage. Incumbent Governor, Seriake…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Lai Mohammed defends Buhari’s travels | Kogi, Bayelsa polls holds today | Alaibe is owned by APC | More stories
Diverted $2 billion arms deal was approved by the CBN. YNaija Alaibe pledges allegiance to APC. Leadership INEC okays Kogi supplementary elections. Nation Lai Mohammed says Buhari's travels are necessary.…
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Who attacked Jonathan? Bayelsa Police reacts
The Bayelsa State Police Command on Monday, November 30, disclosed that former President Goodluck Jonathan was not attacked in the state. The state’s Police Public Relations Officer(PPRO), Butswat Asinim, who spoke…
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Don’t compare me to Sylva… he wants to be governor for his ego – Dickson
As the Bayelsa gubernatorial election draws closer, the two main contenders continue to go back and forth with their verbal affront. Incumbent governor, Seriake Dickson says that he's the best man for…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: PDP, APC in 2 squabbles | Obama is nonchalant about ISIS | Buhari to decide MTN fate | More stories
IPMAN set to sanction marketers over fuel scarcity. Leadership PDP says Fashola will fail as minister. Punch Dickson's campaign claims APC thugs attacked supporters. Vanguard MASSOB takes jibe at politicians. YNaija…
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Has Jonathan switched his support from Dickson to Alaibe?
Nothing is beyond Nigerian politicians, so we'll hardly be surprised if this turns out to be true. Former President, Goodluck Jonathan and wife, Patience, only recently endorsed the re-election of…
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Governor Dickson gets a chance to fight for another 4 years in office
Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state. His emergence followed the disqualification of his two other contenders for…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Northern group criticizes Akwa Ibom raid| Group wants Dickson to declare asset| APC accuses Wike of bribery| More stories
Soyinka threatens to include Prince Oyinlola in the republic of liars. YNaija DIA arrests eight over Sallah day plan to bomb Abuja. Leadership The North has become a laughing stock…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Edo APC assassinated, Nigeria Boko Haram sentenced to death, Buhari to pay ex-militants tuition, More stories
Dickson mocks APC, says he is the original agent of change. Leadership Ohanaeze youth, Abaribe criticizes Buhari over lopsided appointment. This Day Edo APC chieftain murdered by assassins. Leadership Buhari…
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Paradigm Initiative Nigeria wants Buhari to probe Dickson, Amaechi, and Akpabio
On the breach of privacy issue, an Internet freedom advocacy group has written President Muhammadu Buhari to protest the violation of human rights of private citizens, also the abuse of…
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Sylva’s aides slam Alamieyeseigha for praising Dickson
Some aides of former Bayelsa State Governor Timipre Sylva have slammed the first civilian governor of the state, Diepreye Alamieyeseigha, over his endorsement of Governor Seriake Dickson. They also criticized Alamieyeseigha over his…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: 3 parties step down from challenging Ikpeazu |Benue APC coming for Suswam | Dickson confident of PDP coming back reorganized in 2019| More stories
3 parties step down from challenging Ikpeazu. Vanguard House of Representatives are going after Agric Minister, Akinwunmi Adesina YNaija Senate presidency should be free and fair. Vanguard Uduaghan says Buhari…
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Today’s Daily Brief: VP Sambo urges Nigerians to support incoming administration, Dickson insists on disciplining Jonathan’s aides, INEC is still compiling list of offences for prosecution, and more
Vice-President Namadi Sambo on Saturday urged Nigerians to support and cooperate with the incoming administration for it to succeed. Sambo made this call at the Muslim Students Society of Nigeria…
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Today’s Daily Brief: PDP is paying a high prize for its impunity, says Senate Leader, APC dismisses speculations about appointments, zoning, Lawyers, activists condemn Bayelsa governor, Dickson’s Court raid, and more
Lawyers and civil rights activists have called for the impeachment and prosecution of the Bayelsa State governor, Seriake Dickson, over his role in a mob attack on a federal high…
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Ex-militants can’t understand why Gov. Dickson wants part of their security contracts
by Ranti Joseph Bayelsa state was soaked in tension after the police and protesting ex-militants and their leaders clashed in Yenagoa, Bayelsa sate. The aggrieved ex-militants on Friday reportedly took…
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#CityPeopleReports: Banker sends husband packing for impregnating 2 of their househelps in one year
by Oge Okonkwo File photo We just had to share this story we found in CityPeople. It's the small matter of illicit affairs and the marriage between an Abuja based…
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#InCaseYouMissedIt: Gov. Dickson appoints MBGN winner, Anna Banner culture and tourism adviser
Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State has appointed 18 year old Miss Anna Ebiere Banner winner of the 2013 Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria MBGN pageant as his Special Assistant…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy