The Nigeria Democratic Congress Bayelsa State chapter has called on Governor Douye Diri to prioritise sustainable development and economic growth and to embrace a more inclusive leadership style that is centred on the welfare of Bayelsans rather than political objectives.
Speaking to reporters in Yenagoa, State NDC Chairman Dauprebo Ikuromo cautioned the state government against trying to entice NDC candidates with financial incentives meant to sow discord within the party. He insisted that no kind of inducement could divert the party from its objective of assuming control of the state.
He proposed that these monies would be better used to address urgent developmental issues in Bayelsa, such as commissioned gas turbines that are still not in operation.
In response to allegations of internal party grievances, Ikuromo stated that a thorough redress mechanism had been established under the direction of Senator Henry Seriake Dickson and that the National Executive Council of the party would make its list of candidates for various positions available within the time frame set by the Independent National Electoral Commission.
Dickson’s management of the party’s primary elections across the country was commended by the NDC chairman, who called his actions “fair, tactful, and commendable.”
Additionally, he emphasised the party’s intentional inclusion of women and young people in the primaries as a sign of its dedication to affirmative action and increased political engagement.
Ikuromo urged Bayelsa party members and supporters to stick together and concentrate on the common goal of overthrowing what he called a failing government party.