Timipre sylva latest news
Timipre Sylva is a Nigerian politician and former Governor of Bayelsa State. Here are some of the latest news updates about him:
- Reconciliation Efforts: In October 2022, Sylva was appointed as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Reconciliation Committee, tasked with resolving internal conflicts within the party. (Source: Vanguard News)
- Ministerial Appointment: In August 2021, Sylva was appointed as the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources by President Muhammadu Buhari. (Source: Premium Times)
- Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Probe: In July 2021, Sylva was summoned by the House of Representatives to appear before the Ad-hoc Committee investigating the alleged mismanagement of NDDC funds during his tenure as Governor. (Source: The Nation)
- Bayelsa State Politics: In June 2021, Sylva was rumored to be planning to return to politics in Bayelsa State, with some sources suggesting he might contest for the governorship seat in the 2023 elections. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Corruption Allegations: In May 2021, Sylva was accused of embezzling N19.2 billion during his tenure as Governor of Bayelsa State. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) launched an investigation into the allegations. (Source: The Punch)
- APC Chieftaincy: In April 2021, Sylva was appointed as the Deputy National Chairman (South) of the APC, a position he has held since then. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be exhaustive. For more information, I recommend checking reputable news sources or official statements from Timipre Sylva or his representatives.