Jonathan Honors Alamieyeseigha at Bayelsa's 30th Anniversary
On October 1, 2026, during a dinner and awards ceremony at the Chief Diepreye Alamieyeseigha Memorial Banquet Hall in Yenagoa, former President Goodluck Jonathan received an award from the Bayelsa State Government, which he dedicated to his late political mentor, Chief Diepreye Alamieyeseigha. Jonathan, who was honored among 63 recipients, credited Alamieyeseigha for his significant influence in his political journey, particularly for appointing him as deputy governor.
He expressed satisfaction with the progress Bayelsa has made since its creation on October 1, 1996, while acknowledging that the state has not yet reached its full potential. Jonathan also thanked the late General Sani Abacha for establishing Bayelsa among the six states created in 1996.
Governor Douye Diri praised Abacha's role in providing the Ijaw people with a state for their development and political aspirations, highlighting the advancements in infrastructure, education, and healthcare over the past three decades.
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