Latest news on bayelsa politics
Here are some of the latest news updates on Bayelsa politics:
Governorship Election
- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed the Bayelsa State Governorship election for November 16, 2020. (Source: Vanguard)
- The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced its candidate, David Lyon, as its flagbearer for the election. (Source: ThisDay)
- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has also announced its candidate, Duoye Diri, as its flagbearer for the election. (Source: Premium Times)
Party Primaries
- The APC held its governorship primary election on September 30, 2020, and David Lyon emerged as the winner. (Source: Leadership)
- The PDP held its governorship primary election on October 5, 2020, and Duoye Diri emerged as the winner. (Source: The Nation)
Campaigns
- The APC has launched its campaign for the election, with David Lyon as its candidate. (Source: Daily Trust)
- The PDP has also launched its campaign for the election, with Duoye Diri as its candidate. (Source: Punch)
Security Concerns
- The Bayelsa State Government has expressed concern over the security situation in the state ahead of the election. (Source: The Guardian)
- The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has deployed additional police personnel to the state to ensure a peaceful election. (Source: Vanguard)
Other News
- The Bayelsa State Government has announced plans to construct a new international airport in the state. (Source: ThisDay)
- The state government has also announced plans to establish a new university in the state. (Source: The Nation)
Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be comprehensive. For the latest and most accurate information, I recommend checking reputable news sources or official government websites.