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Bayelsa Local Government Chairmen Defy Opposition Party's Decision, Support Governor Diri's Resignation

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The recent decision of Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has sparked a chain reaction among local government chairmen in the state. In a bold move, at least six chairmen have announced their support for the governor's decision, citing the deepening crisis within the PDP as the reason for their resignation from the party. This development has significant implications for the state's governance and the future of the PDP in Bayelsa.

Key Takeaways:

  • At least six local government chairmen in Bayelsa have publicly declared their support for Governor Douye Diri's decision to leave the PDP, with some labeling the move as "very obvious".
  • The chairmen, representing eight local government areas, resigned their membership from the PDP at a press conference in Yenagoa, despite being elected on the party's platform.
  • The decision was reportedly informed by the deepening crisis within the PDP, with chairmen citing Governor Diri's leadership as the reason for their support.
  • Those who attended the press briefing included notable figures such as David Alagoa, Target Isaiah Segibo, Isaac Onniye, and Golden Jeremiah.
  • Notably, not all chairmen were present, with Alice Allen Tangi and Lucky Febo of Sagbama and Brass LGAs respectively, missing the meeting.
  • The resignation of the chairmen and their subsequent support for Governor Diri's decision has left the future of the PDP in Bayelsa uncertain.

Statistics:

  • 6 local government chairmen have publicly supported Governor Douye Diri's decision to leave the PDP.
  • 8 local government areas in Bayelsa are represented by the chairmen who resigned their membership from the PDP.
  • At least 9 notable people, including chairmen, vice chairmen, and councillors, attended the press briefing.
  • The crisis within the PDP in Bayelsa is ongoing, with chairmen citing it as the reason for their support for Governor Diri's decision.
  • 2 out of the 8 local government chairmen were absent from the meeting.

Sources:

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